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Dialogues in Social Investing 2025: Unlocking the power of social investment for the future of South Africa
South Africa is at a defining moment. Today, it remains the most unequal country in the world, with gaps that continue to widen. Youth unemployment is among the highest globally, with one in two young
From charity to systemic change - Tshikululu CEO Leanne Emery-Hunter explores how South Africa can shift social investment from charity to systemic change, driving innovation, partnerships, and lasting impact.
An estimated 1.8 billion youth worldwide will not have the skills or qualifications required to participate in the workforce by 2030. As the workplace changes due to the Fourth Industrial Revolution – especially with the
While participating in the Mining Indaba earlier in early Feburary as part of a panel on “The human side of technology: is humanity or technology the problem?”, the question was posed about how mines and
The global climate, is undeniably becoming more volatile, posing increasing threats to lives and livelihoods across the globe. Humanity’s culpability in the causes of this volatility is now generally accepted: by emitting carbon dioxide and
With the increasing global and local focus on ESG, corporates are under immerse pressure to be transparent around the sustainability of their operations, impacts on the environment, how they address the social issues in their
They are members of the same family, but the metrics that measure them are very different. Environmental, social and governance (ESG) is related to sustainability as well as corporate social responsibility (CSR). According to the
The mining and extractives sector plays a major role in the South African economy, and it has a significant responsibility to create positive socio-economic impact in the communities where mining houses operate.
Tshikululu Social Investments has appointed Leanne Emery-Hunter as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 17 June 2025. A seasoned leader with a strong track record in purpose-driven impact, Emery-Hunter brings experience from her role as
Investing in developing countries through higher education scholarships to drive social transformation
Education plays a critical role in driving social and economic transformation in society. In South Africa, Tshikululu Social Investments has been at the forefront in supporting social investors to drive transformative investments in education. Between
Trusts can be an effective tool for individuals looking to create and protect their legacy for the future. The same can be said for community trusts that hold the community's equity share in a local