To robustly drive transformation in the ICT Sector, strengthening ownership and skills development in South Africa. Aligning the sector with the Code of Good Practice 2013 and the National Development Plan.
WHO WE ARE
The B-BBEE ICT Sector Council was appointed by the Minister on 24 September 2015. Its first priority was to align the B-BBEE ICT Sector Code with the Code of Good Practice 2013, whose primary objective was to strengthen transformation requirements in so far as natural black people are concerned.
WHAT WE DO
Develop and monitor the implementation of the Sector Code. We are the custodians of the B-BBEE ICT Sector Code and ensure measurable transformation aligned to the National Development Plan.
- Custodian of Sector Code
- Monitor & Evaluate Compliance
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Policy Advisory
EMPOWERMENT
South Africa is a country of 56 million people. The advent of apartheid resulted in systematic exclusion of the Black majority. B-BBEE seeks to redress this through inclusive ownership, skills, and enterprise development in ICT.
Principles that uphold transparency, fairness and good governance.
Our work is anchored on six non-negotiable principles that ensure equitable socio-economic transformation.
INDEPENDENCE
Operates free from undue influence, objective and autonomous in all decisions.
TRANSPARENCY
Open processes, accessible records and clear communication with stakeholders.
FAIRNESS
Equitable treatment of all ICT sector participants regardless of size.
GOOD CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Adherence to King IV and highest ethical standards.
EQUITABLE SOCIO-ECONOMIC
Growth that benefits previously disadvantaged communities.
TRANSFORMATION
Measurable, sustainable change aligned to NDP 2030.
Code of Conduct
The Council Members shall adhere to the highest standards of ethical conduct, disclosure of interests, confidentiality and recusal where conflicts arise. Non-compliance is addressed per the Constitution.
Integrity
Act with honesty, objectivity and accountability.
Confidentiality
Protect sensitive stakeholder information.
Disclosure
Declare all interests that may affect decisions.
Recusal
Step aside where conflict of interest exists.
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Custodian of the Amended B-BBEE ICT Sector Code
Gazetted on 7 November 2016, aligned to the Amended Code of Good Practice 2013. Defines Ownership, Management Control, Skills Development, Enterprise & Supplier Development and Socio-Economic Development.
Clarification Notes & Updates
Ownership Scorecard Clarification - 2023
Skills Development Spend Guidance
Enterprise Development Thresholds
Established under the B-BBEE Act 53 of 2003 as amended
The Council is a juristic person with legal personality, governed by its Constitution and accountable to the Minister and stakeholders.
COUNCIL NAME
Officially the B-BBEE ICT Sector Council, abbreviated as B-BBEE ICT Council.
VALIDITY OF ACTS
Acts remain valid despite procedural defects, ensuring continuity of operations.
LEGAL PERSONALITY
Capable of suing and being sued, acquiring assets and entering contracts.
PURPOSE OF THE COUNCIL
Monitor transformation, issue guidance, engage stakeholders and report annually.
Stakeholders
Government, ICT industry bodies, labour, civil society and verification agencies working together.
Frequently Asked Questions
All entities operating in the ICT sector with annual revenue above R10m, measured under Ownership, Management Control, Skills Development, ESD and SED.
Latest Notices
15 Jan 2024
Annual Monitoring Report 2023 published
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20 Dec 2023
Public Comments: Draft Clarification Note 5
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Contact the Council
Have a compliance query? Reach us directly. Response within 2 business days.
PHONE
0800 029 999 • 012 123 4567
ADDRESS
DTIC Campus, 77 Meintjies St, Sunnyside, Pretoria
Custodian of the B-BBEE ICT Sector Code. Driving inclusive transformation aligned to the NDP and Code of Good Practice 2013.
THE COUNCIL
Who We Are
Why Need a Council
What We Do
Constitution
Code of Conduct
ICT SECTOR CODE
B-BBEE ICT Sector Code
Clarification Notes
Compliance Guidelines
Verification Agencies
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