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EME, QSE, or Generic: Which B-BBEE Rules Apply to Your Business?
The B-BBEE framework is not a one-size-fits-all system. Your compliance obligations, costs, and a pathway to your certificate are determined by your company's annual turnover. Understanding your category is the first step in any B-BBEE strategy. There are three main categories of enterprise: 1. Exempted Micro-Enterprise (EME) Turnover: R10 million or less. Compliance Rule: You are exempt from formal B-BBEE measurement. How to Comply: You only need a sworn affidavit (or C

Lune Henderson
Nov 142 min read


The "Double Deduction": How the Section 12H Learnership Allowance Really Works
The Section 12H Learnership Allowance is one of the most powerful financial incentives for South African employers. Its power lies in a "double deduction" feature: it is an additional tax deduction, claimed over and above the normal deductions for employee wages and training costs. This directly reduces your taxable income, resulting in a substantial tax saving. To claim it, you must have a formal learnership agreement registered with the relevant SETA. The allowance is comp

Lune Henderson
Nov 32 min read


Focus On Your Business, We'll Handle the Rest: The Power of Full-Service Management
The strategic advantages of hosting a learner are undeniable: massive cost savings, a B-BBEE compliance boost, and a pipeline of new talent. However, many business owners hesitate, worried about the potential administrative burden. Dealing with SETA registration, learnership contracts, and compliance documentation can seem like a full-time job. That's why our service is designed to remove that burden entirely. At White Paper Systems, we provide full-service management , handl

Lune Henderson
Oct 222 min read


B-BBEE Compliance is Not a Hurdle, It's a Strategy: A Guide for SMEs
For many Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in South Africa, B-BBEE compliance can feel like a complex and costly obligation. The process of navigating the scorecard, preparing for audits, and implementing initiatives often seems overwhelming. But what if you could reframe B-BBEE not as a hurdle, but as a powerful tool for strategic growth? At White Paper Systems, we see B-BBEE as an opportunity. Our expert B-BBEE Consulting services are designed to help you create a cost-e
Yezreel Shirinda
Oct 82 min read
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