Sasol Report to Society 2020 - Book - Page 28
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Our response to the global COVID-19 pandemic continued
When we look back on this
time of uncertainty and
disruption it will be
humanity's contributions of
compassion, generosity and
bravery that will be
remembered. We will continue
to contribute to ongoing
efforts around combatting
the impact of COVID-19.
Fuelling a COVID-19 free
environment
On 11 March 2020 the World Health Organization (WHO)
declared the novel Corona virus (COVID-19) a global
pandemic. The impact of the pandemic had an
immediate consequence, becoming widespread and
weakening governments, business and civil society. As
lives and the livelihoods of communities were ravaged,
humanitarian response became central to the fight
against the epidemic.
As a responsible and active corporate citizen, we recognised our duty and deeper
responsibility to respond to the COVID-19 humanitarian crisis. We mobilised and
redirected resources internally, including the efforts of our employees, to
respond to the pandemic and augmented our social investment support to
provide crucial developmental and humanitarian support.
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We launched an integrated response to
COVID-19 by re-prioritising our social
investment activities and responding
positively to the crisis to ensure the
stability and safety of our fenceline
communities. We consistently supported
humanitarian emergency aid efforts and
will continue to do so through our
accelerated response in the fight to
combat the spread of the virus.
As a business, we have been challenged
by the effects of the virus on our
operations as well as the market’s
response. However, our role as an active
citizen of the economies in which we
operate requires that we recognise the
intricate role we play as an economic
contributor, job creator and neighbour.
We understand that a meaningful and
impactful response is only possible
through partnerships. No single entity
has the capacity to do it alone. This is
why our social response is premised on
partnerships with government, other
corporates and civil society. We are
proud to stand alongside the many
companies around the world who have
risen to the challenge in response to
COVID-19.
