UN Global Compact Network South Africa

The latest review of South Africa’s private sector action on realising the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) reveals many innovative solutions to the challenges the SDGs hope to address, says our Executive Director Dr. Achieng Ojwang. Speaking in Sandton, Johannesburg, yesterday, at the review launch Ojwang said collaboration between the public and private sectors, government, academia, and civil society was critical to achieving the SDGs. The launch of the Private Sector Voluntary National Review (VNR) marks a significant milestone, showcasing how over 100 companies are innovating to address challenges like poverty, inequality, and climate change. This report contributes to the country's second voluntary national review (VNR), which will be presented at the UN High-Level Political Forum in 2025. Dr Ojwang stressed that despite progress, global efforts to achieve the SDGs are lagging, with only 17% of targets on track. The Private Sector VNR reveals that businesses are increasingly prioritising SDGs such as decent work and economic growth (SDG 8) and climate action (SDG 13), showing a strong commitment to integrating sustainable practices into their core strategies. The GCNSA is committed to engaging with the business sector to enhance its impact and drive progress. As South Africa aims to lead in the quest for a sustainable future, the collaborative efforts showcased in this report are a testament to the power of partnerships in achieving the SDGs. Read more about how businesses are contributing to a sustainable future and the role of partnerships in driving impactful change. The full report is available at https://lnkd.in/dE--TWmR

The Global Compact Network South Africa is in partnership with Topco for the upcoming Future of Sustainability Conference 2025. As the world shifts towards a more sustainable future, the Future of Sustainability Conference serves as a platform for pioneering thought leaders and global changemakers to unite in the pursuit of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) excellence. Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/dwFBn89w

Registrations are now open for the 2025 #TargetGenderEquality Accelerator! In collaboration with @UNWomen, this six-month programme is designed to help businesses translate their gender equality commitments into concrete actions, aligned with best practices and international standards. With interactive e-learning tools and both regional and global engagement opportunities, you will gain the skills needed to develop an actionable plan to address gender equality opportunities across your operations, supply chains and communities. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/dabsqfN

Stay Ahead of EU Sustainability Regulations: Your Guide to the Latest Updates. Navigating the fast-evolving world of EU sustainability regulations can be daunting, but we've got you covered! Join us for the inaugural session of the Academy EU Sustainability Navigator Webinar Series on 20 March at 1:00 p.m. In this live, interactive session, we'll break down the EU Omnibus simplification package, explore market trends, discuss regulatory impacts on your business, and share early insights from the first CSRD report submissions. Don’t miss out on this essential opportunity to stay informed and ahead of the curve!"

Businesses: It's time to put your sustainable foot forward—faster! 🏃♀️ Join us, and be a part of the movement to shape a more sustainable future. With Forward Faster—a UN Global Compact initiative—we're pushing businesses to accelerate their impact towards achieving the UN Global Goals by 2030. Your sustainable actions today can create a lasting impact for tomorrow. Take action at https://lnkd.in/gc5hTN5b and be a part of the change. #SustainableFinance

Climate action can't wait! Join the 2025 #ClimateAmbition Accelerator—a 6-month program designed to equip your business with the knowledge and skills needed to set science-based targets aligned with the 1.5°C pathway. Let’s fast-track our progress towards net-zero emissions by 2050 together. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gkKhjAr #ScienceBasedTargets #ClimateAmbition Accelerator #FORWARDFASTER

Spot any familiar faces? Watch the highlights from our Young Professionals, Business and Innovation Conference. The event brought together a talented group of individuals, who have engaged in co-creating solutions to expand sustainable practices within and beyond the business sector. The enthusiasm in the room signalled a transformative change in how we operate as a society on our way towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

UN Global Compact Leaders Summit: Join the Driving Force for Sustainable Business Secure your spot NOW at the UN Global Compact Leaders Summit—the business event of the year, gathering global CEOs, government leaders, and sustainability visionaries to drive private sector action for a more sustainable and just future. Pre-Sale rate: https://lnkd.in/e47yzXpT Advance your corporate sustainability leadership skills Engage with key leaders shaping the global agenda Gain insights to accelerate your Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) impact The future of business is shaped by the actions we take today.

#ClimateAmbition Accelerator programme is our six-month, high-impact programme that helps you discover how to motivate investors, leadership, employees and shareholders with an emission reduction plan that sets your organization apart in the market. Last year, over 1100 participants across 80 countries across the globe were empowered and equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to accelerate progress toward achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gkKhjAr

Dr. Achieng Ojwang shared her reflection on eNCA on the remarkable success of the 5th cohort of this year's SDG Innovation, highlighting the incredible potential that is unleashed when young professionals are empowered with a supportive environment to ideate, create, and develop practical solutions that can scale up and address pressing business and global challenges. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/dqbNa4HE