The Future of Sustainability

06 -07 March 2024
JHB, South Africa

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What is FOS?

The Future of Sustainability promotes sustainable and transparent business practices, aiming to provoke responsible corporate citizenship and sustainable development – from individual to institutional level.

Through the power of publication, events, and awards we aid in achieving your investment goals, whilst simultaneously supporting ethical and environmentally-conscious approaches to do better business!

We provide platforms for thought leaders, businesses, entrepreneurs, organisations and industry experts with a common mission to convene, connect and take actionable steps towards implementing green, sustainable and ethically-sound strategies to mobilise Africa towards a zero-carbon emission, waste-free, fully sustainable, smart continent.

ENVIRONMENTAL

Climate change and its risks to Africa
Importance of reducing toxic waste and releases
Regulations indicating the levels of environmental liability concerning services and products
Pressure to improve performance, transparency
Emerging market for environmentally friendly products and services

SOCIAL

Health and safety in the workplace
Community relations / CSI
Human rights issues at companyand supplier/contractor
Government and community relations in developing countries
Diversity in the workplace

GOVERNANCE

Board Structure and accountability
Accounting and reporting practices
Best Practice
Adherence to legislation
Anti-corruption
Risk Management
Social governance

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Share your sustainability efforts and share your expertise and thought leadership with an esteemed audience. This is your opportunity to take centre stage at Africa’s fastest-growing sustainability conference and exhibition.

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Past Speakers

Meet Our Speakers

Honourable Angela Thokoza Didiza

Minister of Agriculture Land Reform and Rural Development

Portia Bangerezako

Head of Sustainability

Old Mutual

Iain Williamson

Chief Executive Office

Old Mutual

Margo Fargo

Environmentalists and Entrepreneur

Founder of Far_Go Straws

Colin Coleman

CEO

Sub Saharan Africa, Goldman Sachs

What makes the FOS Publication unique ?

Discover the future of sustainability in our digital publication focused on ESG. Stay informed about environmental, social, and governance trends, strategies, and best practices. Join us in shaping a better tomorrow

World-class editorial
A country-wide range of expert contributors spanning all sectors of South Africa’s economy
A unique distribution model targeted at top decision makers and industry leaders
Unmatched pedigree through partnerships with state departments, big corporates and the United Nations

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NEWS

Organisations around the world are embracing sustainability

Oct 9, 2023 | News, Sustainable Business

“Organisations are becoming more socially and environmentally conscious, and you can see it from the top down. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange recently delivered draft climate and sustainability disclosure guidelines,. South Africa’s own ESG disclosure rate (for rating purposes) has been lauded by The Responsible Investment and Ownership Guide. So yes, ESG is here to stay.”

“Society’s relationship with plastics is changing” – But more needs to be done

Oct 6, 2023 | News

“According to the United Nations, an international legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution, including in the marine environment, will be developed by the private sector and civil society with hopes to finalise it by 2024.”

What is government doing to ensure a sustainable future?

Oct 3, 2023 | News

In this article we take a look at what the public sector is doing to embed sustainability principles in departmental policies and programmes and focus on government initiatives aimed at ensuring sustainable environmental practices.