Sense Business Systems

02/06/2026

B-BBEE compliance isn’t only regulatory. It influences partnerships, procurement, opportunity...

A structured approach turns compliance into a strategic asset.

28/05/2026

The Great Procurement Tug-of-War: A Timeline of South Africa’s Policy Battle

The tension between the Minister of Finance and the Democratic Alliance (DA) (often acting as a supporter of Afribusiness/Sakeliga) has shaped the landscape of how the South African government spends its money. This decade-long saga centers on one core debate: Should government contracts prioritize Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) scores or “value for money”?

Here is the breakdown of how we got to the current legislative crossroads:

The tension between the Minister of Finance and the Democratic Alliance (DA) (often acting as a supporter of Afribusiness/Sakeliga) has shaped the landscape of how the South African government spends its money. This decade-long saga centers on one core debate: Should government contracts prioritize....

26/05/2026

Have an Opinion? Here’s How to Effectively Shape South Africa’s New Procurement Rules

With the Public Procurement Act of 2024 now signed into law, we have reached the most critical stage for businesses and citizens: the drafting of the regulations that will govern how billions of Rands are spent.

The National Treasury is currently under pressure to ensure these final rules are legally “bulletproof,” especially following the “Stop-Gap” era of 2022. This is your window of opportunity. High-quality, technical feedback is often the catalyst for adjusted thresholds or vital exemptions before the law is finalized.

If you want your voice to carry weight, here is the roadmap for submitting an impactful comment:

With the Public Procurement Act of 2024 now signed into law, we have reached the most critical stage for businesses and citizens: the drafting of the regulations that will govern how billions of Rands are spent.

25/05/2026

HERE'S THE TRUTH: Policies don't fail. Awareness does.

Regular training helps employees understand why compliance matters and how their actions affect risk. People are an inherent, core part of your compliance strategy. They are at the heart of compliance - protecting people, including people, and fostering cooperation among people. When teams' compliance become stronger, your whole business becomes stronger.

21/05/2026

On 18 July 2024, the President assented the Public Procurement Act 28 of 2024, which was subsequently published in the Government Gazette on 23 July 2024. Drafted in response to the 2022 invalidation of previous regulations, this Act creates a unified legal standard for all organs of state and public entities, replacing the fragmented systems that preceded it. While the Act is signed, the specific regulations are currently in the drafting phase and remain open for public comment until 15 June 2026.

Clearly faced with backlash and opposition from within business groups, we all await to see what The Minister of Finance will do after the commentary of the public on the procurement regulations draft.

Read the full article here:
https://www.sensebusiness.co.za/2026/05/20/the-great-procurement-tug-of-war-a-timeline-of-south-africas-policy-battle/

The tension between the Minister of Finance and the Democratic Alliance (DA) (often acting as a supporter of Afribusiness/Sakeliga) has shaped the landscape of how the South African government spends its money. This decade-long saga centers on one core debate: Should government contracts prioritize....

19/05/2026

Unfortunately, we meet many businesses every day who asks us how they can "get it done" when it comes to Skills Development, "Just tell me what boxes to tick."

But Skills Development isn’t a box-ticking exercise. When structured properly, it supports growth, transformation and long-term sustainability, not just compliance. It's an incredible tool, a strategic asset, and a way to future-proof your business.

If that sounds good to you and you want to distinguish your business from your competitors - let's start doing that.

12/05/2026

Most businesses only think about EE when it's time to submit.

But the truth is, Employment Equity compliance isn’t just about submissions.

It’s about fair practices, proper reporting and understanding your obligations as an employer.
Getting it right protects both your people and your business all year round.

05/05/2026

Trustees and managing agents carry serious compliance responsibility. POPIA, governance and record-keeping aren’t optional and enforcement is increasing. Awareness protects communities and decision-makers alike.

30/04/2026

Behind every great compliance strategy is a team of passionate people who care.

Let us stand behind your compliance in 2026.

28/04/2026

Let's talk about internal audits today. Internal audits aren’t about catching people out (which is, let's be honest, what it mostly feels like for employees and even sometimes employers). What are they about? They’re about catching risks early. A regular review can prevent costly compliance failures and unnecessary stress later. We think we can all do with a little less stress right now.

If you want to conduct an internal audit but you don't know where to begin, get in touch with us - we have compliance experts in every framework, at your fingertips.