CERTIFICATIONS
Status Explained
Get clarity on your B-BBEE status and what it means for your business.
Whether you are an EME, QSE or Generic Enterprise, each category comes with its own requirements and opportunities.
We simplify the process and help you achieve the right certification level with confidence.
EMEs
Exempt Micro Enterprises (EMEs):
Designed for start-ups and small businesses, EMEs benefit from a simplified B-BBEE compliance process with automatic recognition.
In South Africa, businesses that are less than a year old or have annual turnover below R10 million qualify as Exempt Micro Enterprises. These entities are automatically recognized at B-BBEE Level 4, with the potential to achieve Level 2 or Level 1 if black ownership is 51% or more.
EMEs are not required to undergo full measurement against all five B-BBEE scorecard elements. A sworn affidavit is sufficient to confirm their B-BBEE status level.
EMEs automatically receive a Level 4 rating and 100% procurement recognition, regardless of ownership.
With at least 51% black ownership, EMEs qualify for Level 2 status, which carries 125% procurement recognition.
Enterprises that are fully black-owned are eligible for Level 1, with procurement recognition increased to 135%.
Generic Enterprises
Generic Enterprises
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Full B-BBEE Measurement Requirements
Large businesses with annual turnover exceeding R50 million, as well as foreign and multinational corporations, are required to undergo full measurement in accordance with the B-BBEE scorecard.
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Scorecard Compliance Elements
Generic Enterprises must comply with each of the five elements of the B-BBEE scorecard: Ownership, Management Control, Skills Development, Enterprise and Supplier, Development, Socio-Economic Development and Optional: Youth Employment Service (Y.E.S.)
QSEs
Qualifying Small Enterprises (QSEs):
QSEs fall into the mid-sized business category and require a more structured approach to B-BBEE compliance and measurement.
QSEs are small to medium-sized businesses with annual turnover between R10 million and R50 million.
These enterprises must comply with all five B-BBEE scorecard elements, as outlined in their relevant industry sector code.
QSEs with 100% black ownership are automatically recognized as Level 1 contributors, with 135% procurement recognition. A sworn affidavit is required.
QSEs with more than 51% black ownership qualify for Level 2 status, with 125% procurement recognition. A sworn affidavit is also required.
QSEs with less than 51% black ownership must undergo full measurement against all five B-BBEE scorecard elements, in accordance with their industry sector codes.
Get in touch with Moore BEE Pretoria
Get in touch with our team for expert guidance on your B-BBEE requirements.
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