Deirdre Mitchell

Deirdre Mitchell is the Managing Director of Honeycomb BEE, South Africa’s largest independent SANAS Accredited verification agency. With a strategic management background from WITS Business School, she combines deep industry knowledge with a passion for excellence and strategic partnerships. Deirdre believes in creating a supportive and nurturing environment within her company, prioritising the well-being of her staff. With 14+ years of experience, she is committed to upholding legislation and guiding Honeycomb BEE to adhere to law, rather than outdated industry practices. Deirdre's fearless approach to challenges in the industry showcases her dedication to maintaining high standards. Under her guidance, Honeycomb BEE continues to make a significant impact on its partners and remains at the forefront of B-BBEE advancements.

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Understanding the New Legal Sector Code in South Africa

Understanding the New Legal Sector Code in South Africa

The Legal Sector Code: Navigating Accreditation Challenges The Legal Sector Code represents a critical step toward transformation in South Africa's legal profession, aligning with the BBBEE Act to drive inclusivity and growth. However, while the requirement for BEE...

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Honeycomb BEE Celebrates 5 Years at #1 in Top500 Rankings

Honeycomb BEE Celebrates 5 Years at #1 in Top500 Rankings

Honeycomb BEE Celebrates 5 Years at #1 in Top500 Rankings We’re excited to announce that we have, once again, been honoured as the Top BEE Verification Agency in South Africa, earning the #1 spot in the Top 500 Best Managed Companies for the fifth year. The Top 500...

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Legal Sector Code Officially Approved by Minister

Legal Sector Code Officially Approved by Minister

Legal Sector Code Officially Approved by Minister The Minister of Trade, Industry, and Competition Minister, Parks Tau, has officially approved the Legal Sector Code in accordance with section 9(1) of the BBBEE Act. This development is set to advance BBBEE...

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How the Public Procurement Act Affects Your Business

How the Public Procurement Act Affects Your Business

How the Public Procurement Act Affects Your Business The recent signing of the Public Procurement Act, officially Act No. 28 of 2024, by President Cyril Ramaphosa marks a pivotal moment for businesses seeking to engage with government entities in South Africa....

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What the New Legal Sector Code Means for BBBEE Compliance

What the New Legal Sector Code Means for BBBEE Compliance

What the Draft Legal Sector Code Means for BBBEE Compliance If you’re a business owner in South Africa’s legal sector, navigating the ever-changing landscape of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) legislation and compliance is crucial.  The draft Legal...

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PPRA Clarifies Its Stance on BBBEE Certificate Policy

PPRA Clarifies Its Stance on BBBEE Certificate Policy

PPRA Clarifies Its Stance on BBBEE Certificate Policy The Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA) has updated its policy on BBBEE certificates. In a recent letter to Rebosa’s CEO, Jan le Roux, PPRA Chairperson Dr. Steven Ngubeni clarified that “valid” BEE...

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Women’s Day 2024 Sponsorship

Women’s Day 2024 Sponsorship

  NATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY Celebrating the strength and resilience of women shaping our world. In celebration of National Women's Day, Honeycomb proudly celebrates the extraordinary women who are making waves in the business world. On August 9 2024, we marked this...

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Nelson Mandela Day 2024 Sponsorship

Nelson Mandela Day 2024 Sponsorship

In honour of Nelson Mandela Day, our dedicated Honeycomb staff came together on 19 July 2024 to donate food hampers to 110 Benoni families in need. With our head office in Benoni, this initiative was a collaborative effort to uplift the very community we share with...

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