Sustainability Leadership Conference South Africa
The UN Global Compact Network South Africa’s Sustainability Leadership Conference is a prestigious gathering of sustainability thought leaders and experts from across the region. Against a backdrop of global changes on sustainability, the conference provides a forum to engage in vital discussions on the country’s sustainability progress, tackling ongoing challenges such as inequality, poverty, unemployment, and climate-related risks while celebrating South Africa’s competitive advantages and opportunities.
Schedule:
08:00 - 08:45
Arrival, Networking & Breakfast
Arrival, Networking & Breakfast
09:00 - 10:00
Session I: Opening Plenary
Dr Achieng O jwang: Executive Director, UN Global Compact Network South Africa - Welcome Mpumi Madisa: Chair of GCNSA Board/CEO of Bidvest Group - Opening Remarks (Confirmed) Nelson Muffuh: UN RC, South Africa- UN Perspectives (Confirmed) Sanda O jiambo: CEO of the UN Global Compact- Global Perspectives (Confirmed) Hon Maropene Ramokgopa: Minister in the Presidency for PME- (Confirmed Keynote)
10:00 - 11:00
Session II: Hosted by B20 SA
PANEL: Sustainability and South Africa's role in a changing global context - Opportunities and Risks Cas Coovadia: B20 SA Sherpa (Confirmed) Busi Mavuso : CEO, BLSA (Confirmed) Government Representative on the G20/B20 SA Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa: CEO, Naspers /Task Force Chair for Digital Transformation (Confirmed)
11:00 - 11:15
Comfort Break
11:15 - 12:15
Session III: Hosted by UN Global Compact
PANEL: Facilitating Sustainable Investment & Trade in the African Continent Global Africa Business Initiative, a Multi-Stakeholder Platform facilitating Trade and Investments in the Continent. Cynthia Muffuh (Panel Moderator): Senior Advisor, Africa Regional Programming, United Nations Global Compact Wamkele Mene: Secretary-General of African Continental Free Trade Area Wandile Sihlobo: Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of SA and Member of the Presidents Economic Advisory Council (confirmed) Debra Mallowah: B20 SA Task Force Chair for Sustainable Food Systems & Agriculture Zolile Ntukwana: Snr Director Corporate Affairs, PepsiCo SA (Confirmed)
12:15 - 13:15
Session IV: Hosted by GCNSA
PANEL: Understanding Potential Impacts of Emerging Sustainability & Climate Regulations (both domestic and foreign) on SA Trade This Panel Will Include Voices from Government, Business, And the EU To Engage on the New Climate and Sustainability Regulations (Including CBAM, CSRRD, Etc.). It Will Discuss the Key Components of These Regulations and Their Impact on Sustainable Trade With South Africa. An Important Session to Understand the Details and What These Regulations Mean For South Africa And Developing Countries. Sentle Nell (Panel Moderator): Managing Director, Etsahale Sara Kruger Falk: EU/Global Compact, GC Network Denmark Executive Director (Confirmed) Ambassador Xolelwa Mlumbi-Peter: South Africa’s Chief Negotiator on Trade, DTIC Saliem Fakir: Executive Director, The African Climate Foundation (Confirmed) Daniel Mminele: B20 SA Task Force Chair for Energy Mix & Just Transition
13:15 - 14:15
Lunch
14:15 - 15:15
Session V: Hosted by JSE
PANEL: Unlocking Sustainable Finance for SA’s Transition A Session to Reflect on COP29 Outcomes, Article 6 On Cooperation and Non-Market Mechanisms, And Explore Green and Sustainable Financing Opportunities For South Africa. The Session Can Also Address the Implications of The USA’s Withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Loshni Naidoo (Panel Moderator): Chief Sustainability Officer, JSE Nick Riley: Head of Investment Banking, Investec (Confirmed) Dr Leila Fourie: CEO, JSE (Confirmed) Darron Scorgie: Head of Responsible Investment, Old Mutual (Confirmed) Sim Tshabalala: CEO, Standard Bank /B20 SA Task Force Chair for Finance and Infrastructure (Confirmed)
15:15 - 16:00
Session VI: Hosted by The UN Global Compact
PANEL: Mobilizing Africa Business Leaders to Advance Sustainable Growth through the Africa Business Leaders Coalition A Briefing on UN Global Compact Africa Coalitions & Showcasing of Commitments and Practices by ABLC Signatories on Climate and Gender Equality. Tolulope Lewis-Tamoka (Panel Moderator): Chief of Governmental Relations & Africa, UN Global Compact Phuthi Mahanyele- Dabengwa: CEO, Naspers (Confirmed) Nola Richards: Executive Head- ESG & Sustainable Business, Vodacom Group (Confirmed) Chris Jardine: CEO, Tsebo Solutions Group (Pty) Ltd. (Confirmed)
16:00 - 16:15
Session VII: Hosted by GCNSA
Showcasing Impact of GCNSA work Dr Achieng O jwang - Executive Director, UN Global Compact Network South Africa
16:15 - 16:30
