Shaping our future with confidence

Our sustainability report offers a detailed overview of our performance in key areas such as economic growth, social impact, environmental stewardship and employee welfare, providing a holistic view of our sustainability efforts.

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2024 HIGHLIGHTS

Environment

Reduced our total operational GHG emissions: 55 974 tCO2e

Empowerment

R24,5 billion invested in Empowerment financing

CSI

R155 million invested in CSI initiatives globally.

Sustainable business of the year

Sanlam recognised as the Sustainable Business of the Year in the 2024 Oliver Top Empowerment awards

Top Employer

Awarded Top Employer in South Africa for the 9th consecutive year

Sustainable Infrastructure

Invested over R15 billion in sustainable infrastructure projects across Africa over the past decade


The six pillars of our sustainability strategy

Financial strength, resilience and consistent performance
We aim to generate enduring and sustainable value for our shareholders, employees and clients.
Trust and reputation
Sanlam places a strong emphasis on nurturing trust and maintaining a reputable standing with our clients.
Financial inclusion
Sanlam has developed innovative and affordable financial solutions to bridge the insurance and investment gap to its clients regardless of their income level or socio-economic status.
Investing for good in people and planet
We support sustainable investing principles, aligning with ESG principles in our investment portfolios to promote environmentally and socially responsible practices.
Partnerships
Strategic partnerships are integral to Sanlam's pursuit of social and economic impact within the communities we serve.
Thought leadership
Sanlam remains committed to serve as a thought leader in the financial industry, actively sharing expertise and cutting-edge research to foster responsible and impactful financial solutions.

Key resources

FTSE Russell (the trading name of FTSE International Limited and Frank Russell Company) confirms that Sanlam Limited has been independently assessed according to the FTSE4Good criteria and has satisfied the requirements to become a constituent of the FTSE4Good Index Series. Created by the global index provider FTSE Russell, the FTSE4Good Index Series is designed to measure the performance of companies demonstrating strong Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices. The FTSE4Good indices are used by a wide variety of market participants to create and assess responsible investment funds and other products.

Our commitment to sustainability is a journey, not a destination

Sustainability lies at the heart of Sanlam’s strategy and is deeply embedded in our operations, processes and decision-making. For us, sustainability is not just about business continuity; it is about delivering long-term value responsibly, transparently and ethically for all our stakeholders, and for all generations.

  • Delivering on our social impact purpose means we strive for positive and measurable change that our initiatives bring to the lives of individuals and communities across all our jurisdictions. Our dedication extends to supporting transformative initiatives that positively impact lives and enhance community resilience against challenges like poverty, education, youth empowerment, health and sustainable small business support.
  • Economic prosperity is fundamental to our commitment to sustainability and our vision of creating a future that is inclusive, equitable and resilient. Our goal extends beyond traditional financial metrics to encompass our impact on individuals, communities and society at large. By offering a diverse range of products and services, we strive to empower our clients to achieve financial security, support their aspirations and contribute meaningfully to economic growth.
  • Sanlam’s environmental stewardship actions reflect in our dedication to safeguarding natural ecosystems, promoting resilience to environmental change and contributing to a sustainable future. As a leading insurance and investment business, we recognise our unique position to drive meaningful environmental outcomes by support the preservation of critical natural resources such as water and biodiversity, restore degraded ecosystems through our partnerships, as well as providing climate-resilient insurance products and sustainable finance solutions.

Sanlam Foundation

The Sanlam Foundation’s mandate is to be the custodian of Sanlam’s legitimacy as a responsible corporate citizen. To create shared value, the foundation drives increased positive social impact and helps protect Sanlam’s reputation as a trusted, relevant organisation, that is part of the fabric of the societies within which the Group operates.

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Sanlam Transformation

We want to be at the forefront of transformation in the financial sector and support confidence through empowerment. Sanlam established a transformation office which effectively came into being on 1 March 2020. The aim of this office is to ensure that the Group has a defined and articulated transformation positioning and approach.

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