SA's looming humanitarian crisis: Potential for civil unrest and riot - FoodForward SA

[Andy du Plessis] A humanitarian crisis can be defined as an event or series of events that represents a critical threat to the health, safety, security or wellbeing of a community or other large groups of people, usually over a wide area...

FoodForward SA: Celebrating 15 years of social, economic and environmental impact investment - FoodForward SA

[Andy du Plessis] An idea in 2000 to recover edible excess food from Cape Town’s film industry, morphed to become a national reality in 2009, and today, FoodForward SA is the largest food redistribution organisation on the continent of Africa...

#BizTrends2024: FMCGs to prioritise packaging in 2024 or run the risk of losing customers

[Gisela Kruger] Packaging is not merely essential for ensuring safe access to food and beverages, but can help minimise food waste, and preserve the quality of our natural resources...

#BizTrends2024: Wastewater management is a critical pillar to preserving our water - and environment

[Kate Stubbs] It’s no secret that South Africa struggles with water scarcity, and many believe that the country will face a major water crisis in the coming decade...

McGregor in crisis: Gift of the Givers races against time to provide urgent aid

[Katja Hamilton] McGregor isolated by damaged bridge, Urgent aid needed as food, water, and supplies dwindle amidst severe weather fallout...

South African Human Rights Commission addresses grant payment delays

[Katja Hamilton] The South African Human Rights Commission is addressing grant payment delays, meeting with Sassa and Postbank to resolve issues and assess future impacts...

#WomensMonth: Sabrina Khoosal on the sustainable beauty industry - because the earth is worth it

[Shan Radcliffe] Driven by a passion for green chemistry, Sabrina Khoosal is pioneering environmentally conscious products in the beauty industry...

How decentralised digital currencies can empower sustainable finance

[Chris Blair] Digital currencies, particularly decentralised ones, can play a transformative role in promoting sustainable finance and economic inclusion, key aspects of ESG...

How AI and blockchain can shape sustainability

[Chris Blair] The convergence of technological advancements such as AI, blockchain technologies, and digital currencies with the global shift towards decentralisation presents a powerful opportunity to drive positive ESG impact...

The risks and opportunities of transitioning to a green economy

[Jean-Paul Rudd] The global business community is undergoing a transition towards a green economy driven by a shared recognition of the urgent need to address climate change, protect natural resources, and promote sustainable development...

Keep donors happy by ensuring section 18A receipts are compliant

[Graeme Palmer] Public benefit organisations that carry out certain qualifying public benefit activities may register with the Sars under section 18A of the Income Tax Act. A PBO registered under section 18A must issue a receipt to any person making a donation in cash or property in kind...

Afri-Plastics Summit 2023: Ensuring gender empowerment for women in waste management

[Shan Radcliffe] Speaking during her keynote address at the Afri-Plastics Summit and Awards 2023 in Nairobi, Kenya on Wednesday, Jocelyne Landry Tsonang of the African Circular Economy Network, put the spotlight on the gender roles in waste management...

How gaming is helping protect our oceans

[Glenn Gillis] When it comes to things like training, games have proven themselves time and time again...

Africa Impact Investment Awards: Interview with Dr Graunt Kruger, MD of Intellidex

[Shan Radcliffe] Following the announcement of the inaugural Africa Impact Investment Awards by Intellidex earlier this month, Bizcommunity caught up with the company's MD, Dr Graunt Kruger, to find out more about the initiative...

#BizTrends2023: Every business should commit to a circular economy

[Abigél Sheridan] According to Gartner, by 2030, the circular economy will not only be mainstream but also the only economy...

#BizTrends2023: Changing the narrative and language used around climate finance

[Rendani Nenguda] Why is climate funding not aligning with Africa's needs, asks Oppenheimer Generations Research and Conservation's Rendani Nenguda...

#BizTrends2023: Businesses to increasingly integrate sustainability within company strategy

[Cathy Duff] We foresee a greater shift from reactive reporting to proactive efforts to embed sustainability within company strategy, says Trialogue's Cathy Duff...

#BizTrends2023: South Africa's just energy transition - moving from planning to action in 2023

[Lullu Krugel] South Africa is still the most carbon-intensive economy within the Group of 20, notes PwC's Lullu Krugel...

#BizTrends2023: Companies expected to play increasingly significant role in making the world a better place

[Tshego Bokaba] Effective CSI programmes are constantly evolving - businesses must do the same...

#BizTrends2023: The road to ESG - how SA can use 'social impact' to make environmental progress

[Ravi Naidoo] COP27 put the spotlight firmly on SA and the 'E' in ESG, says YES CEO, Ravi Naidoo...