Supplier Code of Conduct

Last Updated: January 18, 2025

Introduction

This Supplier Code of Conduct establishes the standards and principles that all suppliers, their employees, agents, and subcontractors (collectively referred to as "Suppliers") must adhere to when conducting business with our company. This Code ensures alignment with South African legislation and international best practices for ethical business conduct.

Legal and Regulatory Compliance

Anti-Corruption

Suppliers must comply with the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act 12 of 2004 (PRECCA) and all applicable anti-corruption laws. Suppliers shall not:

Offer, give, or accept bribes or kickbacks
Make facilitation payments
Engage in any form of corruption with public or private sector entities
Participate in money laundering activities

Competition Law

Suppliers must comply with the Competition Act 89 of 1998 and shall not:

Engage in price fixing
Participate in bid rigging
Divide markets
Exchange competitively sensitive information with competitors
Abuse a dominant market position

Trade Compliance

Suppliers must adhere to:

International Trade Administration Act 71 of 2002
Customs and Excise Act 91 of 1964
All applicable import/export regulations and trade sanctions

Business Practices and Ethics

Conflicts of Interest

Suppliers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest
Avoid situations where personal interests conflict with business responsibilities
Comply with the Companies Act 71 of 2008 regarding disclosure requirements

Financial Integrity

Maintain accurate and complete financial records
Comply with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Adhere to the Public Finance Management Act where applicable
Implement proper internal controls

Labour Practices

Employment Equity and Anti-Discrimination

Suppliers must comply with:

Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998
Promotion of Equality and Prevention of Unfair Discrimination Act 4 of 2000
Provide equal employment opportunities
Implement affirmative action measures as required by law

Labour Relations

Suppliers must adhere to:

Labour Relations Act 66 of 1995
Basic Conditions of Employment Act 75 of 1997
Respect workers' rights to:
- Fair labor practices
- Freedom of association
- Collective bargaining
- Protected strike action

Occupational Health and Safety

Comply with:

Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993
Mine Health and Safety Act 29 of 1996 (where applicable)
Maintain safe and healthy working conditions
Provide necessary safety training and equipment

Compensation and Benefits

Comply with minimum wage regulations
Adhere to working hours and overtime provisions
Provide statutory benefits including UIF and COIDA
Maintain accurate payroll records

Environmental Protection

Environmental Compliance

Suppliers must comply with:

National Environmental Management Act 107 of 1998
Air Quality Act 39 of 2004
Waste Management Act 59 of 2008
Water Act 36 of 1998

Environmental Management

Implement environmental management systems
Monitor and reduce environmental impact
Practice responsible waste management
Promote energy efficiency and resource conservation

Data Protection and Privacy

Information Security

Comply with:

Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA)
Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002
Protect confidential information and intellectual property
Implement appropriate data security measures

Reporting and Compliance

Whistleblowing Protection

Comply with Protected Disclosures Act 26 of 2000
Maintain confidential reporting mechanisms
Protect whistleblowers from retaliation

Monitoring and Enforcement

Submit to regular audits and assessments
Maintain documentation of compliance
Implement corrective actions when required
Report violations promptly

Consequences of Non-Compliance

We reserve the right to:

Terminate supplier relationships for serious violations
Require immediate corrective actions
Report violations to relevant authorities
Seek legal remedies as appropriate

Contact Information

Capable Technologies (Pty) Ltd

Email: legal@afterthemarket.co.za

Website: www.afterthemarket.co.za