Our Five Strategic Pillars

Our strategic framework for 2024-2028 focuses on five key areas that will shape sustainability practice across Africa.

Capacity Building & Professional Development

  • Professional courses with national & international accreditation
  • Target: Boards, Management, Technical staff, Sector-specific
  • E-learning (self-paced) programs
  • Sustainability certification program

Advocacy & Policy Influence

  • African-led solutions (SDG 17, AU Agenda 2063)
  • Establish think tank for African sustainability data
  • Policy research and recommendations
  • Stakeholder engagement and dialogue

Business & Investment Facilitation

  • Sustainable Marketplace Database (projects/businesses)
  • Deal Room (connect funders & sustainability businesses)
  • Advisory services for ESG compliance
  • Investment matchmaking and support

Networking & Partnerships

  • Annual Sustainable Africa Summit
  • Annual Sustainability Awards
  • Collaborations with IFC, UN, Fairtrade, etc.
  • Regional and international partnerships

Digital Transformation & Thought Leadership

  • E-Newsletters & E-Magazine
  • Sustainability Professionals Database (Tanzania + Africa)
  • AI-powered sustainability advisory chatbot
  • Thought Leadership & ESG Dialogues
  • Roundtables, forums, and high-level dialogues
  • Annual State of Sustainability in Africa Report

Implementation Timeline

Our phased approach to implementing the strategic objectives over the next five years.

2024

Foundation & Launch

Establish core infrastructure, launch initial programs, and begin capacity building initiatives.

2025

Expansion & Growth

Scale programs across multiple countries, launch digital platforms, and establish key partnerships.

2026-2027

Consolidation & Impact

Strengthen existing programs, measure impact, and expand thought leadership initiatives.

2028

Innovation & Future

Launch next-generation initiatives, establish new standards, and prepare for continued growth.

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