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INTRODUCTION
SUSTAINABILITY PERFORMANCE AGAINST OUR FOCUS AREAS
GROWING SHARED VALUE 3 SASOL IN SOCIETY
DATA AND ASSURANCE
ANNEXURES
GROWING SHARED VALUE // Sasol in Society // Economic inclusion CONTINUED
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WOMEN-FOCUSED DEVELOPMENT
PLASTIC AND ASH TO BRICKS
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Gender-specific
programmes
During FY23:
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" The first cohort of the Women-in-Engineering incubation programme was
completed;
" Twelve of the 15 founders of the programme (whose scope of work is linked
to mining) participated in the 8Investing in African Mining Indaba9 in an effort
to develop opportunities to access the market;
" We invested R726 000 in support of SME participation in the Mining Indaba;
" We spent more than R4 million in support of the development of the 15 founders;
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" Launched the Women in Mining incubation programme, aimed at prioritising
women9s economic empowerment through training, mentorship, facilitating
access to financial resources and generating opportunities.
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RAMTSILO TRADING
Ramtsilo Trading, a manufacturing
facility that specialises in eco-friendly
bricks made from recycled plastic waste
and sand, is undergoing an expansion
to increase production volumes and
expand its client base. As a 100% Black
female-owned company, Ramtsilo
Trading is committed to promoting
diversity and sustainability in its
operations. We have since spent
R1,3 million in development support
interventions.
Responsible
consumption and
production
Recognising the importance
of achieving gender equality
and fostering inclusive
progress, women9s economic
empowerment emerges as
an indispensable catalyst for
transformative change.
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PPE UPCYCLING
FEATURE STORY
Aimed at supporting Ramtsilo, a 100% Black female-owned company that utilises
plastic waste and ash as raw materials to produce eco-friendly bricks.
We assisted four SMEs to set up mini factories, acquire new industrial sewing
machines and receive training to expand their production operations. We also
sponsored their attendance at a textile dying course to equip them with the
knowledge and practical skills to dye material themselves. By utilising Sasol9s used
personal protective equipment (PPE), these township suppliers will unlock more
market prospects. During 2023, we invested R400 000 to support the beneficiaries
of the PPE upcycling project.
To facilitate this expansion, new
production facilities have been identified
and additional brick manufacturing
equipment has been acquired. In order
to optimise Ramtsilo’s operational
efficiency, Sasol has bought a three-ton
forklift and sponsored Wood SA,
engineering and project management
consultancy, to provide support and
expertise to the Germiston
manufacturing plant. As part of this
process, SHE (Safety, Health and
Environment) and technical assessments
have been completed. Further studies,
including Geotechnical studies, are being
recommended.
As part of our impact on Sustainable
Development Goals 7 and 12,
we joined forces with Ramtsilo to work
on the Hennops Revival project.
Together, we worked towards cleaning up
the Hennops River and making a tangible
difference in the community, while
collecting waste for the SME to
manufacture more environmentally
friendly plastic bricks.
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