Copyright Society of Botswana

Also known as: COSBOTS

2026-05-302026-07-28

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July 2026
27 JulWeekend Post
… Although he registered his catalog with the Copyright Society of Botswana to collect royalties, his producer name remains unregistered. …
The Business Behind the Name: Are local artists building assets or just making hits?
19 JulDaily News Botswana
… Copyright Society of Botswana (COSBOTS) representative, Ookeditse Moyambo said laying Leburu to rest was not only a moment of grief, but also to express gratitude that Botswana was blessed with a man whose life was devoted to creating music that celebrated the country’s identity, …
Leburu laid to rest
June 2026
1 JunDaily News Botswana
… He said he also planned to register both tracks with CIPA and COSBOTS and to submit them to radio stations. …
Nchunga Drops Tribute Single to Mogae
May 2026
30 MayDaily News Botswana
… She praised partnerships with organisations such as the Companies and Intellectual Property Authority (CIPA), Copyright Society of Botswana (COSBOTS) and the University of Botswana in addressing piracy challenges and promoting awareness within the creative sector. …
UNRELATED PIRACY AND AI THREATEN BOTSWANA CREATIVE FITURE

Culture

Botswana artists missing long-term asset value through IP protection gaps

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Botswana's music and entertainment industry generates millions through concerts and sponsorships but loses long-term value because creators rarely register intellectual property like trademarks and brand equity. While the country ranks 58th globally in innovation inputs, it falls to 116th in creative outputs, reflecting a broader African trend where national trademark registries account for less than two percent of global filings annually.

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Botswana artists missing long-term asset value through IP protection gaps
Botswana's music and entertainment industry generates millions through concerts and sponsorships but loses long-term value because creators rarely register intellectual property like trademarks and brand equity. While the country ranks 58th globally in innovation inputs, it falls to 116th in creative outputs, reflecting a broader African trend where national trademark registries account for less than two percent of global filings annually.
22 hours ago · Weekend Post →

Sunday 19 July

Legendary Lobatse musician Kabo Leburu laid to rest
Kabo Leburu wa Katara, a legendary musician from Lobatse known for his role in organized music and his work with the Bandleng group, was laid to rest on July 18 at Peleng. Colleagues and family members gathered to celebrate his contributions to preserving Lobatse's musical heritage and revitalizing the township's cultural life.
19 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Monday 1 June

Musician Nchunga releases tribute single for late president Mogae
Musician and attorney Nchunga Nchunga has released "Re tla mo gopola" (We will remember him), a tribute single to the late former president Dr Festus Mogae, recorded in Setswana, Herero, Ndebele, English and Sesubiya. Nchunga said he composed the song to celebrate Mogae's legacy, particularly his leadership in the fight against HIV/AIDS, and released it before the burial so Batswana could enjoy it as they celebrated the former president's life.
1 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Saturday 30 May

Piracy and AI threaten Botswana's creative economy, official warns
Deputy Permanent Secretary for Broadcasting and Information Services Tshireletso Motlogelwa warned that piracy and unregulated artificial intelligence could threaten Botswana's cultural identity and economic future unless stronger protections for the creative industry are implemented. He urged Botswana to recognise creativity as a major driver of economic growth and employment, and to protect local creators from exploitation.
30 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →