The Unseen Shield: Why Local IP Registration is Non-Negotiable for Basotho Businesses

By Advocate Itumeleng MabusaneOver the past weekend, a robust debate unfolded on social media regarding two Maseru-based designers and allegations of design theft. While public comments ranged from accusations of secondary copying—citing a famous South African brand—to endorsements of cheaper alternatives, the ensuing discussion missed the single most critical legal principle: the territorial nature of Intellectual Property. It is imperative that every entrepreneur and creative professional operating in Lesotho understands this foundational truth. I. The Principle of Territoriality: A Legal Reality…Continue reading with a subscriptionSubscribe for full access to every story.Subscribe - M85/monthAlready a subscriber? Sign in Advertisement ...