ESG Network Zimbabwe

ESG Autumn School/Masterclass 2025
2025-05-20 - 2025-05-23 | Kariba, Zimbabwe
The CSR and ESG Autumn School is a unique educational program designed to empower students, professionals, and community members with the knowledge and skills needed to drive positive change in corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. Through a series of interactive workshops, lectures, and practical exercises, participants will explore key concepts, best practices, and real-world case studies in sustainability, ethics, and stakeholder engagement.
By exploring this year’s master class themes and topics, participants in the Autumn school program can gain a comprehensive understanding of CSR and ESG principles, practices, and strategies for creating sustainable and resilient communities.

The objective of this school is to strengthen the understanding and application of sustainability and CSR, allowing participants to better integrate it in their work.
The workshop aims to address the needs of professionals in private companies, NGOs, organisations and governmental official who are currently involved in CSR and sustainability, or would like to be involved in, and wish to apply and embed the concepts of CSR and inclusive business in their institution in an ethical manner.
During this school, you will learn from practical examples of companies and organizations that have successfully integrated sustainability innovation and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in their work. You will put theory to action and work on a variety of topics and challenges that are relevant for you and turn this into your own action plan for positive impact.

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ESG Strategy Retreat Workshop 2025
2025-02-26 - 2025-03-01 | Vumba, Mutare, Manicaland, 00263, Zimbabwe
2nd Annual ESG Strategy Workshop Retreat slated for Vumba in Mutare from 26 February -1 March 2025. The workshop which kicks off the ESG Network Zimbabwe activities calendar will run under the theme: “Achieving ESG Excellence in 2025: Setting the Agenda for Success.”
Are you interested in understanding the current state of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices in Zimbabwe? Join us for this insightful ESG Retreat workshop with the following objectives:
Objectives:

Equip organizations with the knowledge and tools needed to develop a comprehensive 2025 ESG Strategy.
Provide a platform for networking and collaboration among ESG professionals.
Facilitate discussions on emerging ESG trends, challenges and opportunities.
Enhance ESG capacity and skills among participants

Topics of Discussion

Global ESG Trends and Implications for Zimbabwe
Integrating ESG into Business Strategy
Developing a Comprehensive ESG Policy Framework
ESG governance and leadership roles and responsibilities
ESG data collection and analysis using ESG Data Management Software.
Successful ESG Implementation in Zimbabwe: Lessons Learned.
ESG Reporting and Disclosure: Challenges and Opportunities
Climate Change Risk Management and Opportunities for Zimbabwe – RBZ
“The Role of Procurement in Achieving Zimbabwe’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – PRAZ

Who should Attend:

Top Level Executives (CEO, CFO),
Board Directors
ESG, Sustainability and CSR professionals
Investors and financial analysts
Policymakers and regulators
Academics and researchers
Department Heads (HR, PR, Marketing, Operations, Finance, Company Secretaries, Compliance Managers, Liaison Officers, among others)

We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting event and collectively working towards a stronger ESG landscape in Zimbabwe!
Please RSVP by 21 February 2025 to secure your spot at the workshop. Limited seats are available, so don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity.
To book contact the ESGNZ organizing team on: admin1@esgnetworkzimbabwe.co.zw / cbvukurusi@esgnetworkzimbabwe.co.zw, 0774768895 | 0777879891 | 08644291997
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National ESG & Responsible Business Awards
2024-11-29 18:00 - 22:00 (Africa/Harare) | Rainbow Towers Hotel (HICC), 1 Pennefeather Road, Harare, Harare, 00263, Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwe National Annual ESG & Responsible Business Awards are back!!! Join us on the 29th November, 2024 to celebrate, Top Responsible Organizations that are making a difference in the Communities of Zimbabwe. Nominations and Entries are now open and will close on 15 October 2024.
Our THEME this year “Creating a better future: ESG awards for business practices” aims to celebrate businesses, individuals, and non-profits who have integrated ESG into every level of their operations. These early adopters have taken the path of trial and error, inspiring us to take the first step towards meaningful change.
For full event details click here

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Provincial ESG & CSR Awards
2024-09-01 - 2024-10-31
Provincial awards
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8th Responsible Business & ESG Leadership Forum
2024-08-14 - 2024-08-16 | Victoria Falls, Victoria Falls, Matebeleland North, Zimbabwe
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Europe ESG & Sustainability familiarisation Tour
2024-08-01 - 2024-08-31
Belgium & Netherlands/Sweden
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ESG Strategy Workshop
2024-02-22 - 2024-02-23 | Forest Hills Resort, Vumba, Mutare, Manicaland, Zimbabwe
This workshop is specifically designed for members and stakeholders of the ESG Network who are passionate about driving positive change in the Zimbabwean business landscape.
Register to find out:

Tips to build an ESG/CSR program strategy for 2024.
Unpack Statutory Instrument 134 of 2019 (Securities and Exchange (Zimbabwe Stock Exchange Listings Requirements) Rules as read with ZSE practice note 16-Sutainability Information and Disclosure
Discuss the current ESG landscape in Zimbabwe
Explore the challenges and opportunities faced by companies in meeting compulsory ESG standards
Share best practices and case studies from successful ESG implementing organisations
Opportunity for financial Institutions to explore The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe issued Guideline No.01- 2023/BSD: Climate Risk Management
Collaborate on strategies to enhance ESG practices across various sectors
How does Zimbabwe compare to other countries in the Region when it comes to sustainability?
What are the cost / benefit issues around ESG adoption and implementation?
What is the status of the external support landscape for ESG initiatives?
Ways to increase employee participation in both giving and volunteering initiatives.
Network and connect with like-minded professionals and experts

Be part of this important conversation and contribute to shaping the future of sustainable and responsible business practices in Zimbabwe.
Who can attend: –
Top Level Executives (CEO, CFO), Board Directors, Sustainability/ESG Team, Department Heads (HR, PR, Marketing, Operations, Finance, Investors, Company Secretaries, Compliance Managers, Liason officers, CSR/ESG Officers among others
Please RSVP by 15 February 2024 to secure your spot at the workshop. Limited seats are available, so don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity.
Participation Investment
Full-board USD$1100
Inclusive of return luxury road transport, accommodation, meals, activities and workshop registration
Own Transport USD$1000
Inclusive of accommodation, meals, activities and workshop registration
Own Accommodation & Own Transport USD$700
Inclusive of meals, activities and workshop registration
Own accommodation USD$800
Inclusive of return luxury transport, meals, activities and workshop registration
Conference only
USD$600
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CSR Network Zambia Annual Sustainability Conference
2024-02-18 - 2024-02-21
Feb18 – 21 Livingstone Zambia
Special Invitation to Zimbabwe Companies to network and benchmark with regional peers
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ESGNZ Academy Training
2024-01-01 - 2024-10-31
Sign up for ESGNZ Academy: immersive face to face and online training sessions designed to equip professionals with essential skills and knowledge in the realms of ESG and sustainability, corporate due diligence, ESG assurance and ISO management systems, whistleblowing and more. Our comprehensive curriculum comprises dynamic courses, divided into 8 categories, ensuring you receive a well-rounded education in these critical areas of corporate responsibility.
Register Now! Group Discounts available!
Courses on Offer in 2024

Introduction to ESG

Global Context
Zimbabwean Context
The Climate Crisis and Sustainability
Unpacking the various Sustainability Frameworks

Sustainability Reporting using GRI Standards (An Overview)
Sustainability Governance: (A GRI Perspective)
Sustainability and Human Rights (A GRI Perspective)
ESG and SDGs (A GRI Perspective)
Sustainable Procurement
Aligning ESG Risks to Enterprise Risk Management (A COSO-WBCSD perspective)
A practical Guide to implement ESG in your Organization.

Register today, admin@csrnetworkzimbabwe.co.zw, 0774768895
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7th Annual National Responsible Business & CSR Awards
2023-11-24 18:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Rainbow Towers Hotel (HICC), 1 Pennefeather Road, Harare, Harare, 00263, Zimbabwe
General Submission Criteria
All companies entering any of the categories should carefully read the following:

We accept, and encourage, self-nominations and also accept nominations for companies/individuals
from 3rd parties.
All companies nominated will be required to complete a category specific submission in order to be
considered by our judging panel.
Submissions should not exceed 1000 words per category.
Please consider the following headings within your submission:

Strategy
Delivery
Innovation
Research & Development
Results, Cultural Change
Please include one Stand Out Statistic

Submissions should be category-specific, you should not use the same entry for multiple categories.
In your submissions, you must provide a clear illustration of how the company’s
sustainability strategy is upheld throughout their core business activities.
Your submission should also include results and metrics that demonstrate the long-term commitment to sustainable business transformation.

Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony taking place on 24 November 2023 at Harare International Conference Centre at the Rainbow Towers Hotel.
From the approved entries submitted, the ESGNZ judging panel will review each nomination and score them accordingly based on the category description.
ESG Awards Judging metrics
Environmental metrics
These metrics are used to evaluate a company’s impact on the environment and its efforts to lessen or to mitigate the impacts. They often are quantitative and lend themselves to direct comparison across different organizations. The following are some examples:

Greenhouse gas emissions. This measures the amount of greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, that a company emits into the atmosphere. Greenhouse gas emissions are a significant contributor to climate change, and companies that emit large amounts face potential regulatory, reputational and financial risks.
Energy usage. The amount of energy a company uses to produce goods and services, and run other operations is another common ESG metric. Companies that use renewable energy sources, such as solar or wind, might have a lower environmental impact than those that rely on fossil fuels. Analyzing data on energy consumption can also highlight opportunities to increase energy efficiency.
Water usage. Similarly, a company should be able to accurately measure the amount of water used in its operations. Water is an increasingly limited natural resource in many areas, and companies that use large amounts of it can face reputational and financial risks if they don’t take steps to reduce their usage levels.

Social metrics
How can we measure a company’s performance on the Social Factors of ESG. Social metrics are often qualitative and can be subjective. Examples include the following:

Labor practices. ESG metrics can be used to evaluate how a company treats its employees, as well as workers in its supply chains. The labor practices that are tracked can include issues such as fair wages and safe working conditions, which have a certain quantitative component. Other considerations, such as nondiscrimination policies, are more subjective.
DEI. How diverse is your workforce, and how inclusive is the workplace? These metrics are not only about reputation and regulations. Studies have shown that companies with a diverse workforce may be better positioned to understand and meet the needs of a diverse customer base.
Community engagement. This measures how a company engages with the communities in which it operates. Community engagement can include things such as philanthropy, volunteerism and CSR programs.

Governance metrics
These metrics measure how well a company is managed, as well as its internal controls and corporate policies. Governance metrics can be quantitative and compared across different organizations. These are some examples:

Board diversity. How diverse is a company’s board of directors? Board diversity can include issues such as gender, race, ethnicity and age.
Executive compensation. This measures how much a company’s top executives are paid. Executive compensation can be an indication of how well a company is managed and whether its financial incentives for senior execs are aligned with the interests of its various stakeholders.
Ethics and compliance. This area is very broad and can include issues such as anti-corruption policies, data privacy protections and support for business integrity and transparency.

FAQs

Who can submit an Entry for the ESG Awards? Enterprise & SME Companies and individuals based in Zimbabwe can enter the ESG & Responsible Business Awards.

What is the cost for an Entry? Entry is free of charge

When will the Judges start to evaluate the Entries? The judging commences 1 November 2023 regardless of any extensions given.

What are the Media & social media platforms of The ESG & Responsible Business Awards?

LinkedIn: CSR Network Zimbabwe
Facebook: CSR Network Zimbabwe
X (Twitter): @csrnetworkzw
Newspapers, Fingaz, Herald, Newsday, Zim Independent, The Standard, Sunday Mail

How can I get support? To schedule a call or get support from a member of our awards team, email: admin@csrnetworkzimbabwe.co.zw, or call 0774768895

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7th Zimbabwe Annual National ESG Forum & Responsible Business Summit
2023-06-14 00:00 - 2023-06-16 00:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, Victoria Falls, Matabeleland North, 00263, Zimbabwe
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2023 CSR Autumn School
2023-04-12 - 2023-04-14 | Tamarind Lodge, Kariba, 784 Baobab, Kariba, Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe
CSR Network Zimbabwe will be hosting the 3rd annual Autumn School with the objective of providing participants with a practical introduction to the concept of CSR and what are the benefits of CSR to a business.
The school is anticipated to nurture and enable participants to gain skills and build knowledge that will ultimately enable them to contribute towards integrating Inclusive Business approaches in their organisations and to benefit Zimbabwe at large. Additionally, this workshop emphasizes the significance of innovative social and sustainable approaches, particularly as it relates to how organisations can adapt to rapid changes economic environments.
Ideal participants may have duties or roles in:

CSR/Sustainability
Governance and Risk Management
Human Resources; Marketing/Communications/PR; Supply Chain/Logistics
Health and Safety; Environment
Quality; Operations
Corporate Philanthropy/Foundations
Companies Board of Directors and top management

Benefits

At the end participants will acquire a solid grasp of sustainability trends & developments, a quick scan of the most important standards and inspiring case studies;
Understand what Inclusive Business means for your company or organization and have a clear idea on the relevant issues to work on and how to activate the right stakeholders and achieve the desired impact;
Ready to become an in-house sustainability and Inclusive Business champion and you have the tools to make positive change happen!
CSRNZ will award participants with a Certificate of Competence.
Perhaps one of the most exciting aspects of our courses is learning and interaction with other busy executives. We encourage this both through our wide network, web/online platforms, our CSR Meetups and the CSR Hub Magazine.

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Responsible Business & CSR Best Practices Tour To Netherlands
2023-05-21 - 2023-05-27
CSR Network Zimbabwe will be Leading a business delegation to the Netherlands from 21 – 27 May 2023 for an exchange program and to explore business and investment opportunities.
The Netherlands based organisation supports businesses that buy, manufacture or invest abroad particularly in developing economies. They collaborate with Dutch businesses and their international trading partners to produce innovations for the New Economy. They also work with individual companies and business groups, particularly in the Agrifood, Chemicals, Textile, Leather, Retail, Manufacturing, Mining, Tourism, Coffee sectors among others.

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Local Councils & Business CSR Investments Workshop
2023-03-16 - 2023-03-17 | Tamarind Lodge, Kariba, 784 Baobab, Kariba, Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe
The business sector is a thriving force in any city and contribute significantly to its success. But often companies take their investment and CSR decisions without connecting with City’s urban regeneration strategies, aimed at improving disadvantaged neighbourhoods. The policy challenge is therefore to improve vision, civic engagement, knowledge sharing and, in the end, common action towards areas where companies are based or on key urban challenges: social inclusion, education, health, innovation, culture, public space, greening, etc. Joining forces would be reciprocally beneficial. Companies seek locations that are pleasant, mixed, lively and safe, and boost a high quality of life and environment, where workers are happy to work and live. Through their CSR, they pay greater attention to social and environmental concerns. Municipalities play a leading role in urban improvement, have a complete overview of needy areas and ongoing issues, plus the actual power to influence decisions and actions in many fields.
ObjectivesTo have a platform where local councils can engage corporates in regeneration projects as well as to encourage the private sector players boost and channel their CSR funds towards effective collective actions.
Topics

How can local councils harness private sector CSR Investments
Leveraging on the power of PPP
Transforming from Linear to circularity-Smart Cities
Environmental legislation, duties, responsibilities and opportunities for local authorities
Urban Councils Stakeholder engagement methods

Who Can Attend

Urban Local Authorities Officials (Business or Investment Desks)
Mayors/Councillors
Investors for Urban Projects
Business Leaders
Civic organisations
Any other interested Stakeholders

For participation fees & sponsorship opportunities kindly contact us on:
08644291997 / 0774768895 / 0784069760 / 0774529136
admin@csrnetworkzimbabwe.co.zw, maud@csrnetworkzimbabwe.co.zw, finance@csrnetworkzimbabwe.co.zw

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World CSR Day Commemoration 2023
2023-02-18
World CSR day is on February 18th. CSR stands for Corporate Social Responsibility, and it is aimed to help companies meet their responsibilities while leaving a positive impact on the employees and communities through its activities.
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National CSR Awards 2022
2022-11-11 18:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Rainbow Towers Hotel (HICC), 1 Pennefeather Road, Harare, Harare, 00263, Zimbabwe

Responsible Business Summit 2022
2022-10-26 08:00 - 2022-10-28 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Victoria Falls, Victoria Falls, Matebeleland North, Zimbabwe

Provincial CSR Awards 2022
2022-08-01 08:00 - 2022-09-30 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki)
