Empowerment & localization in Madagascar
Madagascar has no broad economic-empowerment framework like South Africa's B-BBEE. Sector-specific local-content or ownership rules can still apply, so check your industry's requirements before bidding for government or large contracts.
When it matters
- 1 Bidding for government tenders or large private contracts.
- 2 Qualifying for certain regulated-sector licences.
- 3 Supplier and enterprise-development programmes.
Frequently asked questions
Does Madagascar have a B-BBEE-style empowerment rule?
Madagascar has no broad B-BBEE-style framework, but sector local-content rules may apply.
More on Madagascar
- Register a company — Madagascar
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- VAT / sales tax — Madagascar
- Hiring staff — Madagascar
- Start a business — Madagascar
- Data protection — Madagascar
- Tax clearance — Madagascar
- Licences & permits — Madagascar
- Payroll & employee tax — Madagascar
- Importing & customs — Madagascar
- Annual returns — Madagascar
- Full Madagascar compliance guide
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Reviewed June 2026 from official sources. General information only — confirm with Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI) or a registered professional.