Design protection in South Africa is awarded based on the appearance of an...
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Registered Designs in South Africa
A registered design protects the appearance of art, unlike a patent which...
Enforceability of a Registered Design
An enforceable right arises only once a design has been formally registered....
South Africa Designs
A South African registered design protects the appearance of an article,...
How to File South African Design Applications
Design applications don't have not be complicated although the various terms...
The difference between Aesthetic & Functional Designs
In South Africa, registered design rights fall into two main categories:...
How long does a Design Application take?
A Design application usually takes about 8 months from the date of filing the...