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Mergers Week Day 4: What Does the Authority Consider in Analysing a Proposed Merger?

In terms of section 52(1) of the Competition Act in assessing a proposed merger, the Authority shall first determine whether the merger – a) Would be likely to prevent or substantially lessen competition or to restrict trade or the provision of any service or to endanger the continuity of supplies...

Mergers Week Day 3: Information Required in a Merger Notice

Merger notice forms (Form K) can be obtained at the Competition and Consumer Authority offices or online at www.competitionauthority.co.bw All documents required as stipulated on each form include: 1. A complete list of shareholders and their respective shareholding, including minority shareholders...

Mergers Week Day 2: When Should the Authority be Notified of a Merger?

According to section 47 of the Competition Act a merger is subject to review if: a) The turnover in Botswana of the enterprise or enterprises being taken over exceeds P10 000 000. b) The assets in Botswana of the enterprise or enterprises being taken over exceeds P10 000 000. c) The enterprises...

Mergers Week Day 1 - What is a Merger?

In terms of section 45(1) of the Competition Act a merger occurs when one or more enterprises directly acquires or establishes direct or indirect control over the whole or part of the business of another enterprise. Acquisition of control over the whole or part of another enterprise may be achieved...

CCA Festive Season Closure 2022/23

The Competition and Consumer Authority (CCA) offices in Gaborone and Francistown will be closed for the Christmas and New Year Holidays from Friday 23rd December 2022. The Authority will reopen for normal business on Monday 9th January 2023 . For emergencies during these period, members of the...

World Competition Day 2022 - Competition Policy and Climate Change

Today 5 th December, the Competition and Consumer Authority joins other competition agencies and civil society organisations in observing 5 th December as World Competition Day under the theme “Competition Policy and Climate Change.” Scientific evidence continues to show that human activities...

High Court Ruling Paves the Way for CCA to Investigate BOMAID for Anti-Competitive Conduct

The High Court has ruled that the Botswana Medical Aid Society (BOMAID) is an enterprise subject to regulation by the Competition Act, clearing the way for the Competition and Consumer Authority (CCA) to resume its investigations against BOMAID for alleged anti-competitive practices. The High Court...

Competition and Consumer Authority and the Fair Trading Commission of Seychelles Sign Mou

The Competition and Consumer Authority (CCA) and the Fair Trading Commission (FTC) of Seychelles on 12th September 2022, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation between the two agencies in the field of competition law enforcement. The MoU was signed by the Chief Executive...

Product Recall: Purity Essentials Baby Powder

The Competition and Consumer Authority (CCA) urges consumers in possession of Purity Essentials Baby Powder to immediately stop using the product and return it to the point of purchase. Tiger Brands (South Africa) on 7th September 2022 announced a recall of Purity Essentials Baby Powder products as...

Consumer Alert: Caution Against Good Knight Bedding Botswana (Pty) Ltd

The Competition and Consumer Authority (CCA) cautions consumers against transacting with a company called Good Knight Bedding Botswana (Pty) Ltd (Good Knight Bedding Botswana). CCA has noted with concern a rising number of consumer complaints against this business which sells beds. Within a period...

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