The Impact Finance Network (IFN), piloted in South Africa in 2021, is designed to mobilise third-party impact capital to support the long-term sustainable development in the regions where we operate, in line with our Sustainable Mining Plan (SMP).
Many businesses have the potential to grow, scale and deliver positive and sustainable social and environmental impact. Yet entrepreneurs often lack knowledge and experience in preparing their businesses and presenting them to potential investors. At the same time, investors find it hard to find quality investment opportunities outside of the urban hotspots.
The Impact Finance Network by providing technical assistance to such businesses, helping them become 'investment-ready', matching them with potential investors, and supporting them through the transaction process.
Together with our partners, we’re identifying a pipeline of innovative, impactful businesses with operations in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Chile and Peru and bringing together a network of impact investors seeking social investment opportunities.