The Great Procurement Tug-of-War: A Timeline of South Africa’s Policy Battle
Here is the breakdown of how we got to the current legislative crossroads.
Have an Opinion? Here’s How to Effectively Shape South Africa’s New Procurement Rules
If you want your voice to carry weight, here is the roadmap for submitting an impactful comment.
Inflated Costs, Deflated Growth: The hidden price tag of the 2026 Regulations
A cornerstone of the new Act is its tiered approach to transformation, setting specific thresholds to empower black-owned businesses:
Below R20 million: Tenders are set aside exclusively for 100% black-owned suppliers.
R20 million to R100 million: Suppliers must prove they procure 40% of their inputs from 51% black-owned suppliers, or 30% from 100% black-owned suppliers.
Above R100 million: There is a mandatory requirement for 25% subcontracting to 100% black-owned businesses.
Bark and bite: CSOS now has power to enforce action when community schemes fail to meet POPIA compliance obligations
Community Schemes Ombud Services (CSOS) has recently released new consolidated practice directives. These directives increase the compliance responsibilities and governance for Trustees, Managing Agents and other relevant stakeholders involved in community schemes. For Community Schemes, the message is clear: Compliance with POPIA and PAIA is not optional. The Information Regulator of South Africa has the authority, processes, and enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance.
The PPRA clarifies the B-BBEE dilemma for Property Practitioners
Following the amendment of the Property Practitioners Act in South Africa, making it compulsory for Property Practitioners to have a valid BEE Certificate before they can renew their Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC) going forward (read the first announcement here). Through further communication with relevant parties, the Sense Business Systems team can now confirm that the […]
B-BBEE PROPERTY PRACTITIONERS: BE WARNED
The latest amendments to the Property Practitioners Act in South Africa makes it compulsory for Property Practitioners to have a valid BEE Certificate. Without it, they will not be able to renew their Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC). This means all Property Practitioners now need a valid BEE Certificate to operate.
Evergreen Clauses – are they legal?
An evergeen clause refers to the automatic renewal of a contract. But is this legal in South Africa, and what can either party do if they are unsatisfied with a contract’s renewal or cancellation?
