Tuesday, July 8, 2025

ISSB’s SASB refresh signals Africa’s next leap in sustainable finance

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has unveiled proposed updates to its industry-specific Sustainability Accounting Standards Board, a move that could significantly shape how African companies disclose sustainability performance. The roll-out, encompassing nine sectors including oil & gas, mining, construction, power, and food & beverage, kicks off an exposure period ending on November 30, 2025.
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Airtel Africa’s 2025 sustainability report spotlights real progress on inclusion, green growth, and digital access across the continent 

The report reveals bold strides in digital inclusion, financial empowerment, and environmental responsibility across its 14-country footprint. The report paints a clear picture: Africa’s digital future is being built not just through network towers, but through intentional investments in education, gender equity, and low-carbon infrastructure. 

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Nigeria to host first national ESG summit as Africa accelerates toward sustainable development

Lagos, Nigeria is set to host its first-ever national ESG summit as momentum builds across Africa to integrate sustainability into core development strategies. The Financial Institutions Training Centre (FITC) will convene key stakeholders on June 26 at The Art Hotel in Lagos for a landmark event focused on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) innovation.

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We understand that the health of our planet is interconnected with the well-being of all living beings, and we acknowledge our role and responsibility as stewards of the environment. Therefore, we are dedicated to promoting practices that conserve natural resources, protect biodiversity, and mitigate climate change.

BRICS pushes for climate finance reform with Africa eyeing strategic gains

leaders of the world’s largest emerging economies gathered in Rio de Janeiro for the 17th BRICS Summit and emerged with a unified message: it’s time to rewire the global governance system to reflect today’s multipolar reality—and the Global South is ready to lead. With Africa now directly represented through new BRICS members Egypt, Ethiopia, and South Africa, the continent’s stake in this political and financial realignment has never been more critical.

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