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The dtic and Competition Commission are hosting a webinar to explain the Block Exemption for the Promotion of Exports, which legalizes certain collaborative activities among exporters. This is a policy clarification that could enable South African companies to form consortia for international bids without competition law concerns, potentially enhancing their competitiveness. For domestic procurement, the impact is indirect but may affect suppliers who also export.
Procurement teams and bidders who export goods or services need to understand the exemption to legally collaborate with competitors on export tenders, which could open new market opportunities and reduce legal risks.
The Block Exemption for the Promotion of Exports was promulgated in 2025, and the webinar is to clarify its application, effectively changing the legal framework for exporter collaboration.
This policy change could foster greater collaboration among South African exporters, improving their global competitiveness and potentially leading to increased export revenue. It may also set a precedent for other sectors to seek similar exemptions, influencing the broader regulatory environment for procurement and competition.
Suppliers in export-oriented sectors should attend the webinar to learn how to form consortia or joint ventures for international tenders, potentially increasing their capacity to bid on larger projects. They should also monitor for any subsequent guidance or regulations that may affect their domestic procurement activities.
Companies must ensure that any collaborative activities under the exemption strictly adhere to the conditions set out in the Block Exemption to avoid breaching competition law, which could lead to penalties or debarment.
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