South Africa – Nice classification – 11th Edition
The Eleventh (11th) Edition – Version 2022, of the Nice Classification of Good and Services, applies to all trade mark specifications with effect from 1 January 2022.
The changes can be obtained from the official website of WIPO[1].

POLICE SEIZE COUNTERFEIT GOODS WORTH R5 MILLION
Police in Limpopo have made a significant impact on the illegal trade of counterfeit goods, seizing items worth R5 million (approximately $271 723) in Musina. The operation, conducted by multiple la...
February 12 2025

Deregistration of Non-Compliant Companies
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) plans to deregister approximately 800,000 non-compliant companies. This initiative aims to address inactive entities and enforce compliance wi...
February 12 2025

New Plant Health Act to regulate plant pests
The recent publication of the Plant Health (Phytosanitary) Act 35 of 2024 is expected to herald significant changes in South Africa’s approach to the management of plant pests. The Act replaces part...
January 16 2025