Driving sustainable and inclusive growth in Africa
In line with our purpose to drive Africa’s growth, we are committed to delivering social, economic and environmental value, while taking steps to mitigate the effects of climate change.
The World Economic Forum (WEF) provides us with the opportunity to contribute to the conversation about Africa’s just transition.
This year’s meeting focuses on setting strategies for impact, creating viable future scenarios and providing ambitious solutions to the world's biggest issues, such as climate change. During the meeting, Sim Tshabalala, Kenny Fihla and members of the Standard Bank leadership team will share their views on key conversations that seek to develop climate-resilient and inclusive solutions for developing countries.
Find out more about our sustainability journey and climate policy.
KEY TAKEOUTS FROM WEF DAVOS 2022
African insights
25 May 2022
Driving sustainable and inclusive growth in Africa
Africa.com speaks to Standard Bank Group CEO, Sim Tshabalala and the WEF President, Børge Brenden about the considerations that are unique to the continent and how it can meet its energy needs while also contributing to a more sustainable future.
African insights
17 Jun 2022
Climate Transition in Emerging Economies
The Minister’s remarks on finding champions for climate transition are aligned to our bank’s areas of investment. This transition to a low-carbon environment presents potential challenges across the continent, including job transition, skills shortages and training requirements as technology and public policy change rapidly.
Innovation
17 Jun 2022
Unlocking Digital Innovation for Net Zero
In his comments at the end of the session; Unlocking digital innovation for Net Zero, Standard Bank’s Corporate and Investment Banking Head of Digital, Pieter Swiegers says, “although the focus of the talk was on the European context, the lessons can be applied to African companies. The panel’s recommendations show how the Standard Bank Group is on track in playing its part for reaching Net Zero".
African insights
17 Jun 2022
Investing in Climate Change Adaptation in Fragile Contexts
With the world’s most vulnerable communities affected by climate-related weather events and disasters, mainly in Africa, receiving only receiving 1% of climate adaptation finance, Standard Bank recognises the need to develop targeted investment mandates into these regions to support a just transition.
African insights
17 Jun 2022
WEF Davos 2022 Key Takeaways for Africa
The World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, took place from 22 to 26 May where world leaders convened to address critical challenges facing society. We’ve partnered with Africa.com to share key takeaways from the event