Insights

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Kenya’s net metering: Balancing simple beginnings with smarter energy futures

Kenya’s cautious net-metering approach can unlock cleaner, cheaper power if the country keeps it simple today and evolves toward smarter incentives tomorrow. This matters now…

Business

African enterprises need to adapt and capacity building offers the path to resilience

The African business landscape is undergoing a transformation. Enterprises that once thrived under familiar conditions are now navigating a more complex and unpredictable environment. From…

General

Designing climate finance products that meet Africa’s needs

Climate finance has often been described as the missing link in Africa’s journey toward climate adaptation. While billions of dollars are pledged globally for climate…

Insights

Innovative finance models are unlocking new opportunities for SMEs

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the heartbeat of many economies, providing jobs, fostering innovation, and addressing critical needs within communities. Yet, despite their potential,…

Business

Building financial sustainability for NGOs starts with being fundraising ready

Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) exist to solve some of the world’s most pressing problems—from climate change and poverty to health access and education inequality. But behind…

Business

Understanding IFRS S1 and S2 and their importance to the finance sector

The International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) S1 and S2, issued by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) in June 2023, mark a transformative shift in…

Business

Building a sustainable supply chain

In an era of heightened environmental awareness and corporate accountability, sustainable supply chains have emerged as a cornerstone of responsible business operations. Companies across industries…

Business

Readying the financial sector in Africa for the transition to green financing

The financial sector is undergoing a transformation. Across the world, climate change is reshaping economies, forcing financial institutions to rethink risk, capital allocation, and long-term…

Business

Social enterprises: Blending business models with a mission for impact

Africa is experiencing a transformative wave of social enterprises that seamlessly integrate business acumen with social impact. These organizations are redefining the traditional approaches to…

Business

ESG in saccos: Aligning sustainability with cooperative principle

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles are becoming essential for financial institutions, including Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs). ESG focuses on sustainable business practices…

Business

Impact Africa

1 year ago

Essential climate risk management strategies for organizations

Understanding climate risk management is essential for organizations and corporates as they navigate the complexities of environmental challenges. Climate change presents a variety of risks…

Business

Joseph Murunga

1 year ago

ESG and its importance in the infrastructure sector

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles have become critical factors in shaping the future of infrastructure development. As global concerns around climate change, social inequality,…

Business

Batuli Majid

1 year ago

Sustainable microfinance: Embedding ESG in responsible lending

Microfinance institutions (MFIs) serve as a beacon of opportunity, granting access to credit for individuals and small businesses often overlooked by traditional banking systems. Yet,…

Business

Impact Africa

1 year ago

Sustainability report assurance and verification

Sustainability report assurance and verification are essential in strengthening the credibility, reliability, and transparency of an organization’s sustainability disclosures. As stakeholders demand greater accountability for…

Business

Impact Africa

1 year ago

Consulting firm expands access to GRI Certification with offers for students and professionals

Impact Africa Consulting Limited, Africa’s leading Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) training provider and the fourth-ranked GRI trainer globally in 2024, has announced a new initiative…

Business

Impact Africa

1 year ago

Creating a custom sustainability reporting framework

Sustainability reporting has become a cornerstone of modern business practice, offering organizations a way to communicate their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance to stakeholders.…

Business

Impact Africa

1 year ago

ESG metrics for businesses to track

In the corporate responsibility landscape, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) metrics have become a crucial tool for businesses aiming to build long-term value, enhance stakeholder…

Celebration

Impact Africa

1 year ago

Impact Africa Consulting Limited honored with ISAR Award 2024

Impact Africa Consulting has been honored with the ISAR Award 2024 by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in Geneva, Switzerland. This…