Blog Posts
Impact Investing in South Africa: A Real Conversation About Change
Let’s talk about impact investing—what it is and why it’s becoming a buzzword. At its core, impact investing is about putting your money where it matters. It’s not just about profits; it’s about making a difference while still growing your wealth. And right now, in...
The Rise of ESG in South African Corporate Law
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors have evolved from a set of buzzwords into powerful drivers shaping corporate behaviour worldwide. In South Africa, ESG considerations are no longer optional; they are rapidly becoming embedded within the legal...
November Trends in Impact Investment Solutions
As a business, we place an emphasis on data to help guide our decision-making to assist us in identifying trends in Impact Investments and how we can develop appropriate solutions for our clients. Each month – around the 10th – we will attempt to draw data from...
ESD and SED solutions for pharmaceutical businesses
Are you a pharmaceutical manufacturer or medical device / medical technology business operating in South Africa but struggling to deploy your Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) and Socio-Economic Development (SED) funds for your B-BBEE scorecard? You are not...
The Fragile Flow: How Lesotho’s Water Crisis Threatens Johannesburg’s Future
As South Africa’s population grows, the strain on our water supply becomes increasingly apparent, particularly in urban centres like Johannesburg. One-fifth of the country’s population relies on water from the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP), a crucial system...
Impact Investments: A Critical Tool for South Africa’s Socio-Economic Growth
Imagine a South Africa where every rand invested not only yields financial returns but also transforms lives. A country where young entrepreneurs rise from adversity, schools produce future leaders, and local communities thrive through meaningful employment. This is...
Impact Investing: The Key to Unlocking South Africa’s Future
Imagine a South Africa where investments not only yield financial returns but also build hospitals, schools, and sustainable communities. This isn’t just wishful thinking—it’s the reality of impact investing, a growing global movement that’s reshaping how we think...
Gauteng Faces Looming Water Disaster: A Call for Immediate Action
As of October 2024, Gauteng is teetering on the brink of a full-scale water crisis. Experts warn that the province could soon face a "Day Zero" scenario, similar to the one narrowly avoided by Cape Town in 2018. Despite various efforts by water authorities, a severe...
Johannesburg’s Water Crisis: A Wake-Up Call for South Africa
In an alarming turn of events, Johannesburg, South Africa’s economic powerhouse, has been thrust into a severe water crisis. For the past two weeks, residents of this bustling metropolis have faced unprecedented water shortages, an issue that’s becoming all too...
Leveraging ESD Funding to Address South Africa’s Infrastructure Challenges
In the complex landscape of South Africa’s socio-economic development, the deterioration of infrastructure has become a significant hurdle. Crumbling roads, unreliable water supply, and inadequate energy infrastructure are more than just inconveniences; they are...
Tackling Period Poverty in South Africa: A Corporate Social Investment Opportunity
At Impact Investment Solutions, we believe that addressing social issues like period poverty is not just a moral imperative but a strategic business opportunity, especially for Financial Managers, CFOs, Transformation Managers, ESD (Enterprise and Supplier...
Harnessing Solar and Alternative Energy for Water Infrastructure
As the global population grows and the demand for water increases, ensuring reliable water infrastructure becomes ever more critical. Traditional water pumping systems often rely on grid electricity or diesel generators, which can be costly, environmentally damaging,...
The Intersection of AI and Water Supply: Enhancing Sustainability and Efficiency
Water is a fundamental resource for life, economic development, and environmental sustainability. However, the efficient management and equitable distribution of water resources are increasingly challenging due to factors like climate change, population growth, and...
ZZ2 Family Business: A Century-Old Empire
A Legacy Spanning Over 100 Years The ZZ2 Family Business, founded by Mr. Willem Van Zyl, is a massive agricultural empire with over a century of history and a valuation exceeding R1.1 billion. This conglomerate is known for its diverse agricultural products,...
Durban’s Beaches in Crisis: How Can We Turn the Tide?
Recent findings from the Durban University of Technology (DUT) have raised alarming concerns about the safety of our cherished coastal environments, along the KZN coastlines. The Institute for Water and Wastewater Technology (IWWT) conducted comprehensive water...
Water Worth Watching Introduction: The Essential Elixir for Life
"Thousands have lived without love, not one without water." — W. H. Auden, Poet. Water! The essential elixir for life has been available on planet Earth in its various forms of frozen, liquid, and gas. The range of emotions people have for water flows from love to...
Navigating the ESG Landscape in South African Private Markets: Insights and Reflections
As the head of Decusatio Impact Investment Solutions, I am constantly on the lookout for trends and insights that shape the future of sustainable investing. Recently, a fascinating survey conducted by 27four Private Markets shed light on the state of ESG...
Healthcare business? Maximise your B-BBEE Spend for Social Impact in South Africa
Are you a multinational pharmaceutical manufacturer or distributor, or a medical device organisation working in South Africa? Are you looking for innovative ways to deploy your B-BBEE spend to deliver significant social impact in the healthcare sector? Look no...
Decusatio Impact Investments Partnership with Campaigning for Cancer
Empowering Cancer patients through information access and advocacy. At Decusatio Impact Investments, we are committed to making a meaningful difference in people's lives, especially in areas where support and resources are needed the most. That's why we are proud of...
Water Security Challenges Linger but Solutions Abound
Acknowledging the Investec Insights and Proposing a Water Waste Recovery Solution South Africa finds itself at a critical juncture regarding its water security and innovative thinking around capture, recycling and re-use of water is now a priority issue. As...
Decusatio Impact Investments Applauds Famous Brands’ Sustainable Initiatives
Decusatio Impact Investments extends its appreciation to Famous Brands for its commendable efforts in embracing sustainability and corporate responsibility (To read more on it, click here). Famous Brands' recent commitment to supporting alternative energy solutions...
Navigating South Africa’s Water Crisis: Seeking Sustainable Solutions Beyond Supply Expansion
As South Africa grapples with the looming threat of a water crisis, the national government is pushing forward with ambitious plans to broaden water sources. However, amidst these efforts, experts caution that merely expanding supply systems without addressing...
KaacKai | Technology All Ranges
New innovative water-waste recovery technology. The latest Kaackai video unveils their revolutionary smart wastewater recovery pods, designed to recover 98% of high-quality clean water from sewage for reuse. These plug-and-play pods are available in various modular...
ESD is getting a bad name
Earlier this week I attended a fascinating presentation at the Gordon Institute of Business Studies (GIBS) where they unpacked the first part of a piece of research into Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) initiatives in South Africa. Comprising a working paper...
Unveiling the Hidden Power of ESG: How Sustainable Practices Drive Corporate Success
As an Impact Investment consultancy, we have narrowed our focus into 3 verticals where we will be actively seeking partnerships
Supplier Development partnership delivers access to solar energy for the most vulnerable
As an Impact Investment consultancy, we have narrowed our focus into 3 verticals where we will be actively seeking partnerships
Navigating South Africa’s Energy Landscape: A Call for Solar Solutions
As an Impact Investment consultancy, we have narrowed our focus into 3 verticals where we will be actively seeking partnerships
Solutions for 3 of South Africa’s biggest challenges
As an Impact Investment consultancy, we have narrowed our focus into 3 verticals where we will be actively seeking partnerships
Shamiela Sarlie talks Period Poverty and the innovative work of Blossom Care Solutions
At Decusatio Impact Investment Solutions, we have the opportunity to work with a number of innovative, high-impact partners who are materially changing the lives of South Africans. We were fortunate enough to be able to showcase some of this work at the 2023 Leaderex...
Ahmed Motara talks Solana Energy, solar and Impact Investment Projects
The Decusatio Impact Investment team was recently at the Leaderex 2023 event and this gave us the opportunity to showcase some of the work that we are doing and some of our key partners. 2023 has been a busy year for us as we have looked to rollout projects in the...