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Material Additionality

Material Additionality is a podcast dedicated to bridging the gap between capital and sustainable initiatives in Africa. Each episode delves into how strategic actions, interventions, and investment decisions can drive significant, measurable positive impacts that would otherwise be unattainable. The episodes also feature projects and transactions creating real, lasting change through intentional and impactful business choices. Join us as we explore the transformative power of thoughtful investments and strategic initiatives in fostering sustainable development across Africa.
Weekly English South Africa Business · Investing
6 Episodes

Harmonizing Reporting Frameworks to Mitigate the Risk of Fragmentation

We hear from — Vukile Davidson at the National Treasury RSA, Loshni Naidoo at JSE, ⭐️Benjamin April at KPMG South Africa on how the push for convergence of sustainability reporting standards is gaining momentum, driven by global efforts to harmonize disclosures and improve the comparability, consistency, and reliability of data.
14 Dec 2024 47 min

SASFI AUDIO

Material Additionality is a podcast dedicated to bridging the gap between capital and sustainable initiatives in Africa. Each episode delves into how strategic actions, interventions, and investment decisions can drive significant, measurable positive impacts that would otherwise be unattainable. The episodes also feature projects and transactions creating real, lasting change…
11 Nov 2024 1 min

De-risking and Accelerating Hydrogen Investment in Africa

In this episode, we explore De-risking and Accelerating Hydrogen Investment in Africa As Africa looks toward decarbonizing its economy and unlocking new avenues for growth and job creation, green hydrogen emerges as a powerful solution. Yet, for Africa to realize this potential, significant investment and policy support are essential to…
21 Sep 2024 43 min

Finding Balance with Retirement Values vs. Value

Pension funds are increasingly incorporating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria into their investment strategies as stakeholder expectations evolve. However, there is still debate about the extent and approach to ESG integration. The key question remains: "ESG to what end?" While some argue that ESG factors can enhance performance and…
5 Sep 2024 32 min

Unlocking Climate Capital: Economic Imperatives for a Sustainable Future

Join Sanisha Packirisamy, Economist at Momentum Investments, Isaah Mhlanga, Chief Economist at RMB, Annabel Bishop, Chief Economist at Investec, Gina Schoeman, MD and Head of CEEMEA Economics and South Africa Research at Citi, and Nicola Comninos, CRO & Group Director of Investments at Purple Group, will engage in a comprehensive…
4 Sep 2024 43 min