B-BBEE Sworn Affidavit vs Certificate: What Do You Need?
Don't pay for a certificate if you don't need one. Learn when a Sworn Affidavit is legally sufficient for tenders.
The Biggest Scam in Tendering
Thousands of small businesses pay consultants R2000+ for a 'B-BBEE Certificate'. For most of them (EMEs), this paper is worthless or unnecessary. A free Sworn Affidavit carries the exact same legal weight for tender points.
EME, QSE, and GEN
| Type | Turnover | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| EME (Exempted Micro Enterprise) | R0 - R10m | Sworn Affidavit Only |
| QSE (Qualifying Small Enterprise) | R10m - R50m | Sworn Affidavit (if >51% Black Owned) |
| GEN (Generic) | R50m+ | SANAS Accredited Certificate |
When Do You Need a SANAS Certificate?
You only need to pay a verification agent if:
- Your turnover exceeds R50 million per year.
- You are a QSE (R10m-R50m) but are LESS than 51% Black Owned.
- A specific tender requires it (rare for SMME tenders).
How to Fill the Affidavit
Honesty is critical. Lying on an affidavit is a criminal offense (fraud). Ensure your definition of 'Black Ownership' aligns with the B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice (citizenship before 1994, etc.).
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B-BBEE Sworn Affidavit vs Certificate: What Do You Need?
Don't pay for a certificate if you don't need one. Learn when a Sworn Affidavit is legally sufficient for tenders.