Recent examples of Dreamcatcher South Africa NPC B-BBEE verification certificates (2021/22; 2023/24; 2024/25)
In 2003 the South African government introduced the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act 53 of 2003 (the BEE Act) in an attempt to address the inequalities suffered by black South African citizens as a result of the Apartheid regime. Also to establish a legislative framework for the promotion of black economic empowerment. Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) is a government policy to advance economic transformation and enhance the economic participation of Black people (African, Coloured and Indian people who are South African citizens) in the South African economy. The 5 pillars of B-BBEE are:
Since our founding over 3 decades ago, we have worked to address recurring poverty, lack of opportunity and improve quality of life in township communities in South Africa. These objectives were set out in our founding Memorandum of Incorporation & Intent which preceded the implementation of B-BBEE. We have worked tirelessly to address each pillar – our work has been independently audited. Today Dreamcatcher South Africa NPC consistently has a 100% recognition score as we comply with all 5 pillars of B-BBEE as well as addressing many of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Examples of our B-BBEE recognition include the composition of our Board of Directors and our pioneering work on enterprise and skills development. A practical illustration of the impact of applying these principles can be found in the inspiring story of Dreamcatcher Kamamma Muriel Komani from the township of Kwanonqaba, Mossel Bay. Signing up in 2002 Muriel has received ongoing training and mentoring facilitated by Dreamcatcher to developed her own Cook-Up and Homestay enterprise. In 2004 she attended the Indaba Tourism Expo in Durban as part of the Dreamcatcher Kamamma marketing team where she engaged with international delegates and showcased her entrepreneurial skills. Over the preceding 20 years she has hosted many international visitors, charmed locals with her wonderful home-made bread, supported both her family and the wider community as per the Dreamcatcher ethos. Despite the challenges of Covid, Muriel’s tourism enterprise still thrives. In 2022 Muriel was appointed the Chairperson of the Greater Mossel Bay Tourism Authority, and regularly features in the news.
Muriel is one example of the many Dreamcatcher Kamammas who in the past and present have evolved into sustainable enterprises impacting positively on the socio-economic development of their local community.
Dreamcatcher South Africa NPC is a legally registered non profit entity in South Africa NPC Reg No: 2019/142532/08
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