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Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing is booming — but does it always deliver the positive impact it promises? Once a niche approach, ESG investing has exploded into a multi-trillion-dollar force, reshaping how investors evaluate risk and opportunity. The idea is simple: direct capital toward companies that prioritise sustainability, human rights, fair labour practices, and […]

In an era when the spotlight is on ethical business and meaningful impact, corporate banking’s true value goes far beyond transactions and balance sheets. By Brian Mussasizi – Red Pepper Online As highlighted in a recent op-ed, corporate banking plays a critical role in fueling economic growth, supporting job creation, and building resilient industries. From

The future of online shopping is being reshaped in real time — and it’s social. Shopify, a global e-commerce powerhouse, is rewriting the rules by making it easier for merchants to sell directly through social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. The company’s latest integrations are turning likes and shares into instant sales, as

In a powerful call to action, Dick van Ommeren, Managing Director of Triodos Investment Management, challenges investors to rethink how and why they invest—urging a shift from short-term profits to long-term, purpose-led value creation. By Dick van Ommeren – Triodos Investment Management Drawing a striking parallel between parenting and investing, Van Ommeren suggests that the

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) shouldn’t be treated as a checkbox—it’s an opportunity to build meaningful, purpose-driven connections with society. That’s the message echoed in a growing call across industries: stop letting CSR become a creative wasteland. By Harshal Thakur – Social Samosa In a thought-provoking analysis, experts argue that brands often treat CSR as a

Minister of Social Development Sisisi Tolashe has finalised key leadership appointments aimed at stabilising the Department of Social Development (DSD) and its entities, including SASSA. By MSN Announced during a National Press Club briefing on 6 June 2025, the appointments include: Tolashe expressed confidence in Cabinet’s concurrence and highlighted that strong leadership is essential for

Thandabantu Park in Dunoon, Cape Town—once overrun by illegal dumping, sand mining, and neglect—is getting a second chance thanks to a R650,000 investment by Ciolli Brothers, a local construction materials company. By Peter Luhanga – GroundUp What was once a wasteland filled with rubbish and rats is now being reshaped into a safe, green community

The dramatic decline in foreign aid to Africa should be seen not only as a crisis but as a catalyst for economic self-determination, says a new commentary from African Business. By Frank Mwiti and Chris Maranga – African Business As traditional donor nations cut development assistance amid global economic pressures, African leaders and institutions are