About Us – ESG Network Zimbabwe

About

ESG Network Zimbabwe

Who is ESG Network Zimbabwe

ESG Network Zimbabwe (ESGNZ) is a Zimbabwean Entity operating as the national network for ESG and Sustainability. It was formed in December 2016 with the vision to have “a responsible business community that makes Zimbabwe a better place to live for all”. Its mandate is to have Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) incorporated in the corporate agenda and contribute towards sustainable socio-economic development in Zimbabwe.

The ESGNZ provides a platform for networking and cooperation, supports capacity-building and training activities, helps catalyse collective action on key issues, and provides a link with regional and international bodies in supporting the advancement of ESG matters in Zimbabwe and Africa at large. It is a fully registered business association according the laws of Zimbabwe.

SOME INSIGHTS

Mission & Vision

Our Mission

We are a compassionate, professional and transparent organisation which collaborates with communities to transform and empower them through sustainable projects.

Our Vision

To achieve Sustainable ESG Integrity in Zimbabwe.

Our Core Values

RESPECT
INTEGRITY
TRANSPARENCY
PROFESSIONALISM
COLLABORATION
SUSTAINABILITY
COMPASSION

WHAT WE DO

Our Services

Create value for your business and society through strategic community investment.
ESG Network Zimbabwe can provide you with specific community investment advisory in the following areas:

ESG Awareness Training

ESG Internal Audits to prepare companies to be ready for ESG Assurance

ESG projects formulation, and implementation guidance

ESG Projects Evaluation and measurement

Corporate Sustainability Training

Sustainability assessments and report preparation services

Capacity building by exchanging best practice, tools and ideas with other partners of the network

Corporate sustainability report assurance services (conducted through our certified assurance team)

Core Focus Areas

Corporate & SME Integration: Expanding ESG beyond large corporations to include small and medium enterprises (SMEs) via initiatives like the Zimbabwe SME Sustainability Programme in partnership with GRI Africa.
Capacity Building: Providing training, awareness programs, and advisory services for businesses and government institutions to boost ESG integrity.
National Alignment: Supporting Zimbabwe’s Vision 2030 aspirations by advocating for responsible business practices that foster long-term economic recovery and resilience.
Collaboration: Acting as a bridge connecting local entities with regional and Acting as a bridge connecting local entities with regional and international bodies, academia, and industry stakeholders.

Our Views on Sustainability

Beyond Compliance: Sustainability is viewed not merely as a tick-box regulatory exercise, but as a fundamental tool for building future-ready, resilient businesses.
Local Context & Impact: True sustainability must address grassroots and legacy socio-economic challenges in Zimbabwe—such as resource stewardship, climate resilience, and community upliftment—while aligning with global standards.
Shared Responsibility: The network believes that achieving sustainable development requires active multi-sector collaboration between private enterprises, policymakers, and academia.