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According to section 49(4), subject to subsection (5), the Authority shall consider and make a determination in relation to a notified merger-
a) Within 30 days after the date on which the Authority receives that notification; orb) Where the Authority is of the opinion that…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
