Managers of Wealth Africa

Unstoppable ESG momentum puts investment manager reporting in the spotlight

Generating real impact as a company stakeholder doesn’t happen overnight. In some cases, it could take up to five or ten years.

SA shouldn't be investing in more fossil fuels, but gas needed for transition - Eskom exec

A mix of solar, wind and flexible power is still more environmentally beneficial and economic than coal or nuclear projects, according to the authors.

Guernsey – leader in green finance and jurisdiction of choice for sustainable investing

Guernsey has long been regarded as a leading financial services market in investment funds and private wealth for SA.

Apex Group launches Carbon Footprint Assessment & Reporting amid growing market demand

81 percent of Private Equity leaders surveyed by Apex Group agree that Private Equity funds and their portfolio should take greater responsibility for their carbon footprint.

S.Africa says UK climate envoy to visit to discuss helping shift from coal

“The developed economies have a responsibility to fund the Just Transition to a low carbon economy and climate resilient society,” Modise said.

Global Center on Adaptation and African Development Bank call for applications for the African Youth Adaptation Solutions Challenge

The call encourages young entrepreneurs, innovators from micro, small and medium-sized enterprises

Prudential plc partners with Invest Africa, a leading trade and investment platform, to support ESG-focused investments in Africa

In recent years, ESG has moved up the agenda for businesses globally as investors have placed greater emphasis on the integration of ESG measurements to strategic plans and operations.

Get Ready for ESG on a Global Scale

3 things auditors, businesses, and regulators need to consider when it comes to sustainability reporting.

Beyond COVID-19: Towards a Net Zero World

Dilhan Pillay shared his thoughts with members of the Singapore Institute of Directors (SID) ahead of the national association of company directors' annual conference.

Mozambican Startups Exhibit Green Business Ideas to Solve Environmental Problems

The projects fall under the categories of adaptation and resilience, circular economy, clean energy, food systems, sustainable mobility and urban solutions.

Ninety One: SA could get shut out of capital markets

South Africa faces pressure to cut carbon emissions, as it is the world’s twelfth-highest emitter.

Old Mutual Zimbabwe sets sights on solar projects to light up thousands of homes

In the Old Mutual Anchors Magazine (11th issue, 2021), OMZim said said it will continue to recognise and support sectors such as sustainable energy, agriculture, and other green climate projects.

Impact investing is sculpting a new and inclusive Africa

Critical Conversations session highlights the power of investors to determine how their capital can be used beneficially

Stonehage Fleming launches sustainable equity fund in SA

The fund will replicate the equity component of the firm’s Global Sustainable Investment Portfolio.

Women will be the Driving Force of Africa's Energy Future, and African Energy Week in Cape Town will Emphasize this

AEW 2021 considers women to be the key drivers of Africa’s energy revolution and should, therefore, comprise notable participants in the workforce.

Climate change widespread, rapid, and intensifying – IPCC

The Working Group I report is the first instalment of the IPCC’s Sixth Assessment Report (AR6), which will be completed in 2022.

Objectway Commits for the Highest Good of All: A Sustainability Statement

One of the green issues currently having a major impact on society is indeed plastic

Unstoppable ESG momentum puts investment manager reporting in the spotlight

The figures tell a dual story. First, of impressive growth. Investor demand, emerging regulatory disclosure requirements, and the launch and reclassification of environmental, social and governance (ESG) funds have fuelled a surge in ESG-focused asset all

What’s Next for ESG?

During the past five years, the investment decisions and priorities of managers and advisors over the wealth and investment industry have evolved significantly.

South Africa says $750bn a year needed for climate goals

The goal is significantly higher than the $100 billion per year that was set for 2020,