Rudi Dicks and Simiso Velempini

In Conversation with Simiso Velempini and Rudi Dicks: Advancing a Low-Carbon, Inclusive, and Resilient Economy This discussion delves into the efforts of the Office of the Presidency in driving South Africa’s transition toward a low-carbon, socially inclusive, and climate-resilient economy. A key focus of the conversation is the progress of…

We hear from — Vukile Davidson at the National Treasury RSA, Loshni Naidoo at JSE, ⭐️Benjamin April at KPMG South Africa on how the push for convergence of sustainability reporting standards is gaining momentum, driven by global efforts to harmonize disclosures and improve the comparability, consistency, and reliability of data.

Material Additionality is a podcast dedicated to bridging the gap between capital and sustainable initiatives in Africa. Each episode delves into how strategic actions, interventions, and investment decisions can drive significant, measurable positive impacts that would otherwise be unattainable. The episodes also feature projects and transactions creating real, lasting change…

In this episode, we explore De-risking and Accelerating Hydrogen Investment in Africa As Africa looks toward decarbonizing its economy and unlocking new avenues for growth and job creation, green hydrogen emerges as a powerful solution. Yet, for Africa to realize this potential, significant investment and policy support are essential to…

Pension funds are increasingly incorporating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria into their investment strategies as stakeholder expectations evolve. However, there is still debate about the extent and approach to ESG integration. The key question remains: "ESG to what end?" While some argue that ESG factors can enhance performance and…