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ESGNZ Applauds Econet, Ecocash for taking a lead in ESG

The Environment, Social and Governance Network Zimbabwe (ESGNZ) has applauded Econet Wireless Zimbabwe and EcoCash Holdings Zimbabwe Limited for becoming the first companies in the country to obtain independent assurance on their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) information after the two sister companies recently successfully completed an independent assurance process.

Puma Energy to install solar on retail network

PUMA Energies Zimbabwe plans to establish at least 300 solar systems across its retail network by the end of 2023 to enhance the security of power supply to its operations as well as contribute to the global transition to clean energy sources. This comes as the energy company is bullish about growing its domestic market share and recently announced plans to spend US$10 million on the network expansion over the next five years.

Investor support for ESG waning

JOHANNESBURG (Daily Investor) – Investor support for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) resolutions is decreasing, with the number of board resolutions relating to ESG passed on a steady decline since 2021. This is according to investment firm Schroders which invests…

7th Zimbabwe Annual National ESG Summit a huge Success

The 7th Annual Zimbabwe National ESG and Responsible Business Summit which was held in the resort city of Victoria Falls from 7-9 June was a huge success judging by the number of companies and participants who attended this annual sustainability event.

Driving Sustainability: Empowering the Board of Directors on ESG

The answer to the question of whether the board of directors have a critical role to play in a company’s ESG success is a resounding “Yes.” Now, companies must determine how to best use the board’s decision-making, oversight, and advisory capacity to build a more sustainable organisation.