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Patent Acceptance in South Africa
South Africa has a non-examining patent system, which means that once the...
How to Patent an Idea
Step-by-step guide on how to patent an idea. Qualified patent...
The Stapler Invention
The stapler invention of the 19th century revolutionized office work by making...
Patent Applications in South Africa
When submitting a patent application in South Africa, several forms must be...
Patent Registration in South Africa
Patent registrations may be granted to any invention that is new in all...