Trademark registration in Botswana is administrated by CIPA, with the option to file on a multi-class basis. Registration procedures adhere to the country’s distinctiveness and formal requirements:
• Applicants must submit a clear depiction of the trademark.
• Substantive exam ensures the trademark meets eligibility criteria.
• Registration remains valid for 10 years from the filing date, renewable for subsequent 10-year terms.
• Application details (name, address, and goods/services) must be accurately provided in the chosen class(es).
• Participation in the Madrid Protocol enables international trademark applicants to include Botswana in a single international filing.
Trademark rights, once granted, are enforceable through administrative and judicial avenues, ensuring protection against possible infringement.