Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment
latest news & developmentsSA legal sector set for a major shake-up
South Africa's legal sector remains largely untransformed after three decades of democracy, with white partners dominating top firms. The Legal Sector Codes are set to address…
Samsung celebrates remarkable level 1 B-BBEE accomplishment for 8th consecutive year
Highlighting Commitment that Transcends Mere Compliance – An Enduring Dedication to Meaningful Economic Transformation in South Africa Samsung has reaffirmed its commitment to…
ANC, DA in ugly war over ‘nonsense’ BEE bill
The fallout is the latest threat to the fragile government of national unity that has frequently come to the brink of collapse over policy clashes between its two largest parties
DA urges ANC and the rest of the GNU to support its bill aimed at scrapping BEE
The Democratic Alliance is arguing that it’s in the ANC’s electoral interests to back the proposal
Business Unity SA takes labour department to court over employment equity targets
The organisation has criticised the way the Act was devised and says it risks damaging the economy
Hijacked: National Dialogue faces a credibility crisis
The DA claims it was proven right to boycott the dialogue after Deputy President Paul Mashatile instructed ministers to attend the convention virtually
DA slams R700m national dialogue as pricey ‘talk shop’
Several prominent foundations have withdrawn from the national dialogue citing poor planning and questionable spending
Beyond the balance sheet: Costs and benefits of broad-based BEE
Any discussion about the policy must weigh up addressing historical injustices, its measurable and intangible benefits, and the costs of not transforming the economy
A future without broad-based BEE and affirmative action is not possible
‘The new economic dispensation should match the aspiration for economic freedom and the fulfilment of the highest ideals of our democracy.’
From empowerment to elitism: The BBBEE dilemma and constitutional tensions
Rather than relying solely on racial quotas, a model that addresses socio-economic disadvantage more broadly could better align with the Constitution’s commitment to substantive…
What various coalition scenarios could mean for broad-based BEE
As the political horse trading begins, the fate of the controversial policy is uncertain
Harnessing women’s economic power can boost SA economy and create jobs
Given equal opportunities, female entrepreneurs can add enormous value to our economy.
Enforce employment equity quotas in big companies
The drama at Dis-Chem shows that many firms are declining to transform because they can
Stealthy state crimes during times of disaster
ANC cadres used the Covid-19 pandemic for self-enrichment under the guise of BBBEE
South Africans need to believe in broad-based black economic empowerment again
Implemented correctly, B-BBEE could shift the economy into a positive direction in as little as three to five years