B-BBEE Verification Services
Professional B-BBEE Verification for Every Business in South Africa
Professional B-BBEE Verification for Every Business in South Africa
Cherry Ratings provides independent, credible and professionally managed B-BBEE verification for Exempted Micro Enterprises, Qualifying Small Enterprises, Generic Enterprises and Sector Code-specific businesses across South Africa.
Our approach is built on four non-negotiable principles: integrity, accuracy, professionalism and transparency. Every verification we conduct is fair, thorough and fully aligned with the applicable B-BBEE Codes and regulatory requirements.
Professional B-BBEE Verification for Every Business in South Africa
The specific documents required depend on your enterprise category and applicable B-BBEE Codes. As a general guide, you will typically need:
- Audited or reviewed annual financial statements
- Company registration documents (COR14.1, COR14.3 or COR15.1A)
- Share certificates or proof of ownership structure
- Payroll records and employment equity information
- Training and skills development records
- Supplier invoices for enterprise and supplier development
- Proof of socio-economic development contributions
Cherry Ratings provides a tailored document checklist during the initial consultation, specific to your enterprise category and the applicable Codes.
The duration of the verification process depends on the complexity of your enterprise category and the completeness of documentation submitted. As a general guideline:
- EME verifications are the fastest and typically completed within a few business days once documentation is submitted
- QSE verifications generally take longer depending on the number of scorecard elements being assessed
- Generic Enterprise verifications are the most comprehensive and require the most time due to the full five-pillar scorecard assessment
Cherry Ratings is committed to efficient turnaround times. A complete and well-prepared document submission significantly reduces processing time. We advise on expected timelines during the initial consultation.
Yes. Confidentiality is one of Cherry Ratings’ core values and a fundamental requirement of professional verification practice. All business information, financial records and supporting documentation shared with Cherry Ratings during the verification process are treated with the utmost care and discretion.
- No client information is shared with any third party outside the scope of the verification
- All team members are bound by strict confidentiality obligations
- Your data is used solely for the purpose of conducting your B-BBEE verification
- Cherry Ratings does not sell, share or disclose client data under any circumstances
EME Verification
Accurate B-BBEE verification for Exempted Micro Enterprises. We simplify the process so you can focus on running your business.
QSE Verification
Tailored verification services for Qualifying Small Enterprises, conducted with precision and aligned to the applicable B-BBEE codes.
Enterprise Verification
Rigorous, independent verification for larger businesses, ensuring accuracy, consistency and full regulatory compliance.
Sector Code Verifications
Specialised verification aligned to industry-specific sector codes. Cherry Ratings navigates sector requirements with expertise.
Annual B-BBEE Verifications
Keep your B-BBEE status current with our efficient annual verification service.
B-BBEE Certificate Issuing
Receive your official B-BBEE certificate promptly upon completion of verification. Credible, compliant and widely recognised.
The five pillars of B-BBEE — independently verified by Cherry Ratings
1
Ownership
Black ownership and economic interest
2
Management Control
Black representation in management
3
Skills Development
Training and development investment
4
Enterprise & Supplier Dev.
Procurement and black business support
5
Socio-Economic Dev.
Community and social investment
All Five Verified
By Cherry Ratings independently