Trademarking ‘hakuna matata’ a wake up call

Disneyland has been granted a US trademark over the words “Hakuna matata” vide registration number 27006605. FILE PHOTO | NMG

Disneyland has been granted a US trademark over the words “Hakuna matata” vide registration number 27006605. Hakuna Matata is a Kiswahili slogan meaning no problem, no worries. This slogan is widely used in East Africa, especially the coastal region as a response to greetings.

Several of Disneyland’s cartoons contain the said slogan and it is easy to understand why Disneyland would seek trademark protection for the same.

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