BEE share schemes – Have they delivered real value for shareholders?

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GUEST - Craig Gradidge - Co-founder and Financial Planner at Gradidge-Mahura Investments

We are exploring the topic of BEE (Black Economic Empowerment) share schemes and whether they have truly delivered real value for shareholders. BEE share schemes were introduced as part of South Africa’s broader economic transformation agenda, aiming to redress the racial inequalities of the past by enabling black South Africans to gain ownership in major companies. The goal was not just economic empowerment but also to create a more inclusive and sustainable economy.
22 Jan 1PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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