The ESG Africa conference is proud to announce its partnership with The South African Breweries (SAB) for the second edition of the ‘Beyond Awards’. This prestigious event aims to recognize individuals and organizations that are at the forefront of driving sustainable business practices in Africa. Additionally, SAB will serve as the headline sponsor of the ESG Africa Conference, scheduled to take place from October 1-2 at the Sandton Convention Centre. This year’s theme, “Moving from Compliance to Impact,” emphasizes providing participants with practical tools to integrate ESG principles within their organizations.
SAB’s Commitment to Sustainability
SAB considers the integration of sustainable principles a strategic necessity, urging all organizations to adopt ethical and environmentally conscious operations. This approach not only supports a responsible business environment but also aligns with SAB’s mission to promote sustainability through efforts focused on four key priorities: water, energy, agriculture, and circular packaging.
Zoleka Lisa, VP Corporate Affairs at SAB, underscores the importance of sustainability in SAB’s growth and strategy. “As a business that relies on natural resources to produce products loved and enjoyed by many South Africans, sustainability is at the core of SAB’s growth and strategy. We are committed to shaping a resilient future by responsibly managing these resources.”
Lisa further emphasized SAB’s pride in returning as the headline sponsor for the second Beyond Awards, calling on individuals and organizations committed to championing sustainability to enter the awards.
The Beyond Awards: Categories and Criteria
This year, the Beyond Awards will include five categories:
- Beyond Large-Scale Champion: Recognizes and celebrates the organization that has most successfully embedded sustainability into its business model and practices with significant and measurable impact.
- Beyond Small-Scale Champion: Celebrates the small enterprise with the most substantial impact in sustainability, social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and governance.
- Beyond Sustainability Report: Honors the most comprehensive, relevant, honest, and engaging sustainability report.
- Beyond Sustainability Project: Recognizes the most scalable, sustainable, integrated, and transformative environmental, social, and/or governance project on the African continent.
- Beyond African Trailblazer Award: Celebrates the most remarkable individual contribution towards advancing sustainability in Africa. This category is open to business leaders, media personalities, civil society, or government officials.
Any individual or organization with a proven footprint in sustainability may apply. Entry to all categories is free of charge, with a deadline for submissions set for August 16, 2024. Winners will be announced at an official ceremony on October 2, at the Sandton Convention Centre, from 7 pm. For more information and to enter, please visit the official Beyond website at Beyond Awards.
ESG Africa Conference: A Hub for Sustainable Business Practices
The ESG Africa Conference is Africa’s largest event focused on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues, supported by prominent industry bodies and organizations. The event aims to attract over 400 delegates from across Africa to discuss, debate, and find solutions for driving more sustainable business practices across the continent. For more details, please visit the event website at ESG Africa Conference.
The partnership between SAB and the ESG Africa Conference for the Beyond Awards highlights the growing importance of sustainability in the African business landscape. By recognizing and celebrating the efforts of individuals and organizations committed to sustainable practices, the Beyond Awards aim to inspire and drive meaningful change across the continent. As the event approaches, the anticipation builds for what promises to be a significant milestone in advancing the sustainability agenda in Africa.
