BBBEE Commission

[Day 1-20 MAY 2026 ] The Commissioner of the B-BBEE Commission, Tshediso Matona, delivered the keynote address at the B-BBEE Verification & Consulting Summit (Round Table).

Hosted by BEEngaged Magazine in collaboration with the B-BBEE Commission, Black Management Forum and the University of Johannesburg, the summit brings together industry leaders, verification professionals, corporates, legal experts and verification practitioners to engage on key issues affecting B-BBEE and inclusive economic transformation.

In his address, Commissioner Matona reflected on the real state of B-BBEE in South Africa, including the political, economic and regulatory landscape, and the need to protect the integrity of transformation initiatives.

North West Business Summit & Expo

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) and the B-BBEE Commission continue their participation at the North West Business Summit & Expo.

29 April 2026 (Day 2)
Orbit TVET College – Mankwe Campus, Mogwase

Day 2 focuses on continued engagement with businesses, stakeholders, and entrepreneurs on key issues including B-BBEE compliance, enterprise and supplier development, and unlocking opportunities for inclusive economic growth.

The initiative remains part of ongoing efforts to support transformation and empower businesses across the North West Province.

North West Business Summit & Expo
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) and the B-BBEE Commission are taking part in the North West Business Summit & Expo.

28 April 2026 (Day 1)

Orbit TVET College – Mankwe Campus, Mogwase

The participation forms part of ongoing efforts to engage businesses and stakeholders on B-BBEE and enterprise development matters.

Ubuntu Business Compliance & AI Empowerment Summit 2026 | Day 2
23–24 April 2026

Future-Ready. Fundable. Visible.

Day 2 of the summit continues to empower entrepreneurs, small businesses, and NPOs with practical knowledge and tools to thrive in today’s evolving economy.

Harvest Outreach Centre, Ratanda, Heidelberg

Today’s focus includes:

Deepening understanding of B-BBEE compliance and certification
Strengthening business governance and funding readiness
Exploring AI and digital solutions for business growth

Participants are gaining valuable insights to build sustainable, compliant, and competitive enterprises aligned with South Africa’s transformation goals.

Is criticism of B-BBEE always based on evidence? A compelling Sowetan opinion piece argues that much of the attack on transformation policy is driven by misinformation and flawed assumptions, while ignoring the deeper structural roots of inequality. It calls for a more informed debate that critiques implementation where necessary, but does not distort the purpose of economic redress. Important reading for anyone interested in South Africa’s transformation debate.

KHWEZI MABASA | Attack on BEE based on misinformation, racist assumptions South Africans are commemorating three decades of the country’s transition towards democratic rule this month.

What happens when state legal work no longer meaningfully supports Black legal practitioners? According to a thought-provoking Mail & Guardian opinion piece, the consequences go far beyond the legal profession; touching transformation, access to justice and economic empowerment. It’s an important reminder that state briefing patterns matter because they shape who participates meaningfully in the economy and in the justice system. Worth reading and debating.

Dearth of State briefing; death of black legal practice – The Mail & Guardian Discriminatory procurement practices keep black law firms small, while many black advocates are forced to leave the Bar. LPC statistics for 2024 show that the l

The University of Johannesburg, in partnership with the Presidency and the B-BBEE Commission, are hosting a high-level symposium on “Black Economic Empowerment and Its Discontents: The Past, the Present and the Future.”

The event brings together a wide range of stakeholders to engage in rigorous, evidence-based discussions on the trajectory and impact of B-BBEE within South Africa’s evolving political economy. Conversations are meant to emphasise the importance of grounding empowerment in its constitutional mandate while improving conceptual clarity across related policy areas.

The symposium seeks to assess B-BBEE outcomes and it marks the beginning of a broader research and policy engagement process. A follow-up conference later in 2026 will explore sectoral outcomes, institutional reforms, and global comparative insights.

As South Africa continues to confront inequality and low growth, the central question remains: how can B-BBEE be strengthened to achieve broader, more inclusive economic participation while supporting sustainable development?

The campaign against BEE is not conducted in good faith... "The prevailing argument against the policy is a self-serving drive to preserve inherited privileges, and the myths that underpin it must be dismantled", Panyaza Lesufi.

PANYAZA LESUFI | The campaign against BEE is not conducted in good faith The prevailing argument against the policy is a self-serving drive to preserve inherited privileges, and the myths that underpin it must be dismantled, writes Panyaza Lesufi

South Africa targets R2-trillion investment drive amid global uncertainty Investment conference aims to convert commitments into growth and jobs

A call to lead transformation at scale | Transformation Fund Board

The Transformation Fund is inviting applications for Independent Board Members (x4) to help guide one of South Africa’s most ambitious economic transformation initiatives.

This is an opportunity to contribute to:

Expanding access to funding for black-owned businesses
Strengthening participation in key economic sectors
Advancing inclusive growth and sustainable development
We are looking for experienced leaders with strong governance, financial, and strategic capabilities to support the Fund’s mandate.

📩 Submit your application to: [email protected]
📅 Closing date: 10 April 2026

Be part of shaping South Africa’s transformation journey.