B-BBEE Affidavit
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What is B-BBEE Affidavit?
A B-BBEE affidavit is a sworn statement of ownership and turnover that serves as an EME’s B-BBEE certificate.
B-BBEE Affidavit explained
Signed before a Commissioner of Oaths at any police station, valid for 12 months, free. Expired affidavits get tenders disqualified.
Who it applies to: EMEs and qualifying black-owned QSEs.
Cost: Free.
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Official source: B-BBEE Commission
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