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UN Global Compact Network South Africa

@GlobalcompactSA

GCNSA is a multi-stakeholder platform working with companies on the SDGs & the UNGC Principles on Human Rights, Labour Protection, Anti-Corruption & Environment

 Johannesburg
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Joined March 2018
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Join the final session of the 2026 Academy EU Sustainability Navigator Webinar Series to explore ESRS updates and practical approaches to navigating multiple reporting frameworks. 🗓️ 12 November | 3 p.m. CET / 9 a.m. ET 🔗Register: lnkd.in/ddRUpJev
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Since 2022, the Business & Human Rights Accelerator has reached 3,000+ companies across 60+ countries. Join the 2026 cohort for a 3-month programme to strengthen human rights due diligence and address human rights risks. Apply today: lnkd.in/dEFZgsgu
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The @globalcompact Academy, in partnership with @UNODC, has launched Integrity by Design: Setting up an Anti-Corruption Ethics and Compliance, a 60-minute e-learning course to help companies strengthen anti-corruption, ethics and compliance programmes. 🔗lnkd.in/emF-apDZ
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Closing today's Compact Dialogue: AI adoption must go beyond acquiring new tools. Businesses must rethink processes and deliver measurable value, backed by strong governance. Innovation must be balanced with protecting people, data, human rights and the environment
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We thank the Southern African-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry, with the support of the Agentur für Wirtschaft und Entwicklung, for their continued partnership, and our speakers and participants for this important dialogue
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In our Executive Panel Discussion, Marlon Moodley of B2HA Advisory said cyber resilience is as much about people as technology, urging caution with AI. Esther Wambugu Obado of Evo-Soft stressed collaboration, data sovereignty and women in AI.
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Grant Edgar of RÖDL Legal Advisory said organisations adopting AI must establish clear accountability, assess risks and keep meaningful human oversight. The takeaway: innovation and accountability must go hand in hand
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"Rushing into technology investments without adequately assessing the risks." Today, the UN Global Compact Network South Africa hosted The Compact Dialogues: From Data to Decisions – AI, Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies in Sustainable Business.
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Keynote: Marlon Moodley, B2HA Advisory, on governance, due diligence and balancing AI innovation with ethical leadership and risk management. Also: Bernhard Rohkemper, Southern African-German Chamber; facilitator Itumeleng Mogatusi; Athi Biko on upcoming Data Centre initiative.
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Keynote: Marlon Moodley, B2HA Advisory, on governance, due diligence and balancing AI innovation with ethical leadership and risk management. Also: Bernhard Rohkemper, Southern African-German Chamber; facilitator Itumeleng Mogatusi; Athi Biko on upcoming Data Centre initiative.
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Today, GCNSA hosted The Compact Dialogues: From Data to Decisions, exploring AI, cybersecurity and emerging technologies in sustainable business. Keynote speaker, Marlon Moodley highlighted the need for strong governance, and responsible AI adoption
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Bernhard Rohkemper shared the importance of the partnership with the GCNSA for the Compact Dialogues series. Facilitated by Itumeleng Mogatusi, the session also featured Athi Biko, who highlighted the value of joining the @globalcompact and introduced the upcoming Data Centre.
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Join our Compact Dialogue on AI, Cybersecurity & Emerging Technologies, exploring responsible AI, cyber resilience and data-driven decision-making. Keynote: ▸ Marlon Moodley Panellists: ▸ Esther Wambugu Obado ▸ Grant Edgar 📍 GIBS Business School | 📅 30 Oct 2026
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Sustainable procurement can advance climate action, human rights, decent work and SME growth while building resilient supply chains. 🎥 Explore how businesses can turn responsible sourcing into collective action and measurable impact for people, the planet and the economy.
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We were proud to have our Programme Lead, Qawekazi Luke, serve as a judge at the 2026 SDG Challenge South Africa Grand Finale, celebrating youth-led innovation for the SDGs. Thank you to SDG Challenge South Africa and Soapbox South Africa for championing youth innovation!
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In the latest Compact Journal, @SandaOjiambo of @globalcompact shares insights from the 2026 UN Private Sector Forum on accelerating clean energy investment and expanding access to reliable, affordable power. Read more: ow.ly/4rJc51008sQ #CleanEnergy #SDGs
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Our upcoming Compact Dialogue on From Data to Decisions: AI, Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies will explore how businesses can navigate AI-enabled threats, make data-driven decisions and build trust through responsible innovation. 📅 30 Oct | 🕚11:00–13:00 📍 @GIBS_SA
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Stay up to date with the latest European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). Join the final 2026 EU Sustainability Navigator webinar to explore reporting requirements and alignment across standards. 📅12 Nov |🕒3 p.m. CET / 9 a.m. ET 🔗 Register: lnkd.in/ddRUpJev
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What needs to change to limit overshoot and bring global warming back to 1.5°C by the end of the century? From renewable energy to coal and methane, UNEP's latest #EmissionsGap Report sets out the changes needed to help make that possible. Read more: unep.org/en/news-and-stories…
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The Business & Human Rights Accelerator helps companies move from commitment to action on human and labour rights through risk assessment and ongoing due diligence. Join an information session on 22 Oct: 9 a.m. CEST: lnkd.in/dDVPadN4 10 a.m. EDT: lnkd.in/dpjdY4x6
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