Amendments to the Legal Sector for B-BBEE
Amendments to the Legal Sector for B-BBEE: What You Need to Know Published by: Melanie Rajah The transformation of South Africa’s legal sector has reached a crucial milestone with the approval of the Legal Sector Code by Trade, Industry, and Competition Minister, Parks Tau. In line with section 9(1) of the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Act, the new code is designed to accelerate transformation in the legal profession, addressing historical injustices and creating a more inclusive industry. The finalisation of this Legal Sector Code has been welcomed by various stakeholders, and in this blog, we explore its key elements, the process behind its creation, and its expected impact on the legal profession. 1. A Commitment to Accelerating Transformation Minister Parks Tau’s approval of the Legal Sector Code reflects the government's dedication to the transformation agenda, as outlined in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. As Tau stated, "This adminis