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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190627T133000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190627T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
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SUMMARY:More than a foot in the door: A reflective session on the Swiss South African Hospitality Apprenticeship Programme
DESCRIPTION: The National Business Initiative (NBI) in partnership with the Swiss Embassy in South Africa and their implementing partners; the Hyatt Regency hotel\, Park Inn hotel\, the Hilton hotel and the Hotel and Tourism Management Institute (Switzerland) have embarked on a six-month pilot; the Swiss South African Hospitality Apprenticeship Programme (SSHAP!) to equip apprentices with the appropriate technical skills and work-readiness to increase their likelihood of success in the identified occupational roles and ultimately enhance their employability. We invite you to participate in an exciting reflective panel discussion comprising representatives from the SSHAP! apprentices and SSHAP! Kindly RSVP here.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/more-than-a-foot-in-the-door-a-reflective-session-on-the-swiss-south-african-hospitality-apprenticeship-programme/
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190620T103000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190620T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190528T085147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T085147Z
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SUMMARY:Roundtable: Understanding the Gender Pay-Gap in South Africa – Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) invites you to attend a roundtable discussion to unpack the gender pay-gap in South African workplaces. \nIt is estimated that women in South Africa earn 23% less than men. The gender pay-gap reinforces inequality in the most unequal society in the world. Given that most South African households are headed by women\, the pay-gap between men and women has far-reaching consequences\, including in the workplace. Companies can unlock higher levels of productivity\, morale and retention by taking active steps to address the gender-pay gap. \nThis session is aimed at human resources\, sustainability\, finance and transformation professionals. Points of discussion will include: \n\nThe Motherhood Penalty;\nReligion\, Culture and Education as Drivers of Inequality;\nThe Evolution of the “Boys Club”; and\nWomen in Management: Gatekeepers or Trailblazers?\n\nThe roundtable discussion is an integral part of a gender pay-gap study that forms part of the Presidential Jobs Summit Framework Agreement. The aim of the study is to develop a methodology for standardized and simplified calculation of the gender pay-gap in South Africa\, with the goal of addressing and improving pay disparities. \nThe intention of the roundtable and gender pay-gap study is for organisations to begin to unpack and understand the complex nature gender equity manifests within the workplace and the implications it has on our economy and society.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/roundtable-understanding-the-gender-pay-gap-in-south-africa-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Transformation
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190619T093000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190527T131710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190527T131710Z
UID:5522-1560936600-1560949200@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Series: The Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and Transition Risk – Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:Since its publication in 2017\, the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) (www.tcfdhub.org) have attracted significant local and international interest\, with their recommendations incorporated into key disclosure platforms. \nThe Task Force’s recommendations represent a significant step in enabling markets to support the transition to a low-carbon economy\, by identifying the information needed to appropriately assess and price climate-related risks and opportunities. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) invites you to attend a half-day roundtable focused on: \n\nAn introduction to TCFD and transition risk\nThe implications of the TCFD’s recommendations for South African organisations and their key stakeholders\nCurrent company approaches and practices\nFuture engagement and work areas in relation to TCFD\n\nIf you an NBI Member Company\, kindly click ACCEPT to RSVP.futuFuture
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-series-the-task-force-on-climate-related-financial-disclosures-tcfd-and-transition-risk-johannesburg/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190614T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190527T102224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190527T102224Z
UID:5511-1560517200-1560528000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:CDP Climate Change 2018 Soft Launch – KwaZulu-Natal
DESCRIPTION:CDP Climate Change 2018 Soft Launch – KwaZulu-Natal \nJoin us at the launch of the NBI’s 2018 CDP South Africa report in KwaZulu-Natal where we will use CDP data to track the progress by companies in South Africa in scaling up climate action and ambition.    \nClimate change is an economic issue. Building on the momentous Paris Agreement\, nations\, states and cities around the world are firmly transitioning towards a low carbon economy. In addition\, the world’s largest companies (through We Mean Business) are independently transforming their business models to support this low carbon transition. These economic changes will have a profound impact on the competitiveness of South African businesses. \nCompanies have been responding to CDP in South Africa for over ten years. The data has shown South African responding companies to be global leaders\, thus enhancing their competitiveness\, but in 2016 CDP data hinted at early warning signs that South African companies may be faltering. In 2018\, with changes to CDP scoring methodology and questionnaires\, we have seen a drop in CDP scores\, with little improvement made to increase climate ambition and enhance target setting. In order for South Africa to be competitive in a global economy we need to ensure that our strong climate leadership (that we have maintained over the years) translates to ambitious actions that result in “required by science” emissions reductions. \nJoin us at the KZN soft launch of the NBI’s 2018 CDP South Africa report for new insights that the updated questionnaire and inclusion of the TCFD reporting framework has provided\, by clicking on the following: uMhlanga\, 14 June: The Square\, Boutique Hotel. \nFor more information kindly contact Geeta Morar.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/cdp-climate-change-2018-soft-launch-kwazulu-natal/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190614T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190529T102521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T102521Z
UID:5549-1560502800-1560517200@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:CDP and Science Based Targets (SBTs) Workshop: KwaZulu-Natal
DESCRIPTION:The CDP Climate Change and CDP Water 2019 workshop will be convened by the National Business Initiative (NBI) in partnership with CDP. Both Nicolette Bartlett\, Head of Climate Strategy at CDP\, as well as Alberto Carrillo Pineda\, a CDP and SBTs expert\, will be joining us. \nThe session will provide companies with feedback on key outcomes from the 2018 CDP reporting round and give companies an update on what to expect for 2019. It will also focus on: \n\nThe past performance of CDP responding companies;\nUpdates on the CDP process this year\, including the scoring methodology and common errors in responding;\nAn update on Science Based Targets and TCFD requirements; and\n Setting Science based targets with CDP and SBTs experts.\n\nYour feedback on previous reporting rounds and recommendations for improvement are most welcome. Both seasoned reporters as well as newcomers will gain value from attending these workshops. \nPlease extend this invitation to consulting companies who assist with your CDP disclosures.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/cdp-and-science-based-targets-sbt-workshops-kwazulu-natal/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190527T101322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190527T101322Z
UID:5505-1560420000-1560430800@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:CDP Climate Change 2018 Launch – Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the launch of the NBI’s 2018 CDP South Africa report in Cape Town where we will use CDP data to track the progress by companies in South Africa in scaling up climate action and ambition.    \nClimate change is an economic issue. Building on the momentous Paris Agreement\, nations\, states and cities around the world are firmly transitioning towards a low carbon economy. In addition\, the world’s largest companies (through We Mean Business) are independently transforming their business models to support this low carbon transition. These economic changes will have a profound impact on the competitiveness of South African businesses. \nCompanies have been responding to CDP in South Africa for over ten years. The data has shown South African responding companies to be global leaders\, thus enhancing their competitiveness\, but in 2016 CDP data hinted at early warning signs that South African companies may be faltering. In 2018\, with changes to CDP scoring methodology and questionnaires\, we have seen a drop in CDP scores\, with little improvement made to increase climate ambition and enhance target setting. In order for South Africa to be competitive in a global economy we need to ensure that our strong climate leadership (that we have maintained over the years) translates to ambitious actions that result in “required by science” emissions reductions. \nFor more information\, kindly contact Geeta Morar or RSVP as follows: Cape Town: The Vineyard Hotel\, 13 June 2019.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/cdp-climate-change-2018-launch-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190612T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190529T101850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T101850Z
UID:5547-1560333600-1560355200@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:CDP and Science Based Targets (SBTs) Workshop: Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:The CDP Climate Change and CDP Water 2019 workshop will be convened by the National Business Initiative (NBI) in partnership with CDP. Both Nicolette Bartlett\, Head of Climate Strategy at CDP\, as well as Alberto Carrillo Pineda\, a CDP and SBTs expert\, will be joining us. \nThe session will provide companies with feedback on key outcomes from the 2018 CDP reporting round and give companies an update on what to expect for 2019. It will also focus on: \n\nThe past performance of CDP responding companies;\nUpdates on the CDP process this year\, including the scoring methodology and common errors in responding;\nAn update on Science Based Targets and TCFD requirements; and\n Setting Science based targets with CDP and SBTs experts.\n\nYour feedback on previous reporting rounds and recommendations for improvement are most welcome. Both seasoned reporters as well as newcomers will gain value from attending these workshops. \nPlease extend this invitation to consulting companies who assist with your CDP disclosures.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/cdp-and-science-based-targets-sbt-workshops-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190611T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190611T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190527T100540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190527T100540Z
UID:5501-1560247200-1560258000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:CDP Climate Change 2018 Launch - Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the launch of the NBI’s 2018 CDP South Africa report where we will use CDP data to track the progress by companies in South Africa in scaling up climate action and ambition.    \nClimate change is an economic issue. Building on the momentous Paris Agreement\, nations\, states and cities around the world are firmly transitioning towards a low carbon economy. In addition\, the world’s largest companies (through We Mean Business) are independently transforming their business models to support this low carbon transition. These economic changes will have a profound impact on the competitiveness of South African businesses. \nCompanies have been responding to CDP in South Africa for over ten years. The data has shown South African responding companies to be global leaders\, thus enhancing their competitiveness\, but in 2016 CDP data hinted at early warning signs that South African companies may be faltering. In 2018\, with changes to CDP scoring methodology and questionnaires\, we have seen a drop in CDP scores\, with little improvement made to increase climate ambition and enhance target setting. In order for South Africa to be competitive in a global economy we need to ensure that our strong climate leadership (that we have maintained over the years) translates to ambitious actions that result in “required by science” emissions reductions. \nFor more information please contact Geeta Morar or RSVP as follows: Johannesburg\, 11 June: Capital on the Park Hotel\, Sandton.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/cdp-climate-change-2018-launch-johannesburg/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190610T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190610T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190529T101506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T101506Z
UID:5536-1560160800-1560182400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:CDP Week: CDP and Science Based Targets (SBTs) Workshop: Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:The CDP Climate Change and CDP Water 2019 workshop will be convened by the National Business Initiative (NBI) in partnership with CDP. Both Nicolette Bartlett\, Head of Climate Strategy at CDP\, as well as Alberto Carrillo Pineda\, a CDP and SBTs expert\, will be joining us. \nThe session will provide companies with feedback on key outcomes from the 2018 CDP reporting round and give companies an update on what to expect for 2019. It will also focus on: \n\nThe past performance of CDP responding companies;\nUpdates on the CDP process this year\, including the scoring methodology and common errors in responding;\nAn update on Science Based Targets and TCFD requirements; and\n Setting Science based targets with CDP and SBTs experts.\n\nYour feedback on previous reporting rounds and recommendations for improvement are most welcome. Both seasoned reporters as well as newcomers will gain value from attending these workshops. \nPlease extend this invitation to consulting companies who assist with your CDP disclosures.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/cdp-week-cdp-and-science-based-targets-sbt-workshop-johannesburg/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190606T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190510T132926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T132926Z
UID:5407-1559829600-1559840400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Unlocking Water Investment - Kopano ya Metsi Launch: Johannesburg: Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:Over a period of 18 months\, the NBI’s Kopano ya Metsi project has engaged with hundreds of water experts in South Africa to understand how we unlock national water investment. Please join us as we launch the project findings in Johannesburg where we will discuss: where the main opportunities for private sector involvement lie\, the key barriers to Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) and how these can be addressed\, how municipal water management can be strengthened; and the future of water financing in South Africa. RSVP here.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/unlocking-water-investment-kopano-ya-metsi-launch-johannesburg-johannesburg/
LOCATION:COP27-South-Africa-Pavilion-Events
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190606T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190516T145750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T145750Z
UID:5439-1559826000-1559833200@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Roundtable: Understanding the Gender Pay-Gap in South Africa - KZN
DESCRIPTION:This roundtable discussion is an integral part of a gender pay-gap study that forms part of the Presidential Jobs Summit Framework Agreement. The aim of the study is to develop a methodology for standardized and simplified calculation of the gender pay-gap in South Africa\, with the goal of addressing and improving pay disparities. The objective of the discussion and gender pay-gap study is for organisations to begin to unpack and understand the complex nature gender equity manifests within the workplace and the implications it has on our economy and society. RSVP here.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/roundtable-understanding-the-gender-pay-gap-in-south-africa-kzn/
CATEGORIES:Transformation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190530T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190510T132431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T132431Z
UID:5402-1559221200-1559228400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:NBI TLS: A Culture Of Inclusion To Drive Transformation and Unlock Innovation
DESCRIPTION:The NBI is hosting a Thought Leadership Dialogue to unpack how inclusive work environments are key to driving transformation and enhancing innovation. The aim of this roundtable is to: unpack the experiences and impact of exclusionary workplace cultures\, explore the opportunities that inclusive workplaces unlock; and share thoughts on what is required to change organisational cultures Please contact: Khule Duma for further information or to RSVP.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/nbi-tls-a-culture-of-inclusion-to-drive-transformation-and-unlock-innovation/
CATEGORIES:Transformation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190531
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190527T095713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190527T095713Z
UID:5499-1559088000-1559260799@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Workshop on Carbon Markets
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Environmental Affairs\, The World Bank and the National Business Initiative are hosting a two-day capacity building event\, focusing on Article 6 of the Paris Agreement and global trends on carbon pricing. The two days will cover the work that the World Bank has been doing on carbon pricing and competitiveness\, and will describe the importance of article 6 and its implications for business. It will also share experiences in carbon offset schemes and deal with the key political issues and expectations that could influence article 6. This is a by invitation only event for NBI Member companies and will take place over 2 days – 29 to 30 May 2019. Please contact Gillian Hutchings for further details or should you wish to request an invitation.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/workshop-on-carbon-markets/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190522T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190510T131059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T131059Z
UID:5391-1558522800-1558530000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:NBI/Brand South Africa - An Investor’s Perspective On South Africa’s Investment Context: KwaZulu-Natal
DESCRIPTION:If you are an NBI Member Company please join us for this engagement as we explore and take stock of the economy through the eyes of the investor and to gather information on the on-the-ground experiences of doing business in South Africa. Brand South Africa will share findings from its International Investor Perceptions Research and the implications thereof for the South African business community. The Nation Brand Performance\, a product curated by Brand South Africa\, will provide rich content on industry highlights from 2018 and industry prospects for 2019. Please click to RSVP: The Capital Pearls Hotel\, uMhlanga\, 22 May 2019.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/nbi-brand-south-africa-an-investors-perspective-on-south-africas-investment-context-kwazulu-natal/
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190522T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190510T131527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T131527Z
UID:5398-1558515600-1558530000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:TLS: The Task Force On Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and Transition Risk - Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:Since its publication in 2017\, the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) have attracted significant local and international interest\, with their recommendations incorporated into key disclosure platforms. The Task Force’s recommendations represent a significant step in enabling markets to support the transition to a low-carbon economy\, by identifying the information needed to appropriately assess and price climate-related risks and opportunities. The National Business Initiative (NBI) and University of Stellenbosch Business School (USB) are hosting a half-day roundtable focused on: an introduction to TCFD and transition risk\, the implications of the TCFD’s recommendations for South African organisations and their key stakeholders\, current company approaches as well as practices and future engagement; and work areas in relation to TCFD. Kindly click here to RSVP. For NBI member companies only.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/tls-the-task-force-on-climate-related-financial-disclosures-tcfd-and-transition-risk-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nbi.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/New-Website-Climate.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190514T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190510T130127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T130127Z
UID:5387-1557842400-1557849600@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Unlocking National Water Investment - Kopano ya Metsi Launch: Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:Over a period of 18 months\, the NBI’s Kopano ya Metsi project has engaged with hundreds of water experts in South Africa to understand how we unlock national water investment. Please join us as we launch the project findings in Johannesburg where we will discuss: where the main opportunities for private sector involvement lie\, the key barriers to Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) and how these can be addressed\, how municipal water management can be strengthened; and the future of water financing in South Africa. The Cape Town launch will be taking place next week on Tuesday\, during African Utility Week. RSVP here.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/unlocking-national-water-investment-kopano-ya-metsi-launch-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nbi.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/New-Water-Website-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190416T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190416T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190327T083021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190327T083021Z
UID:5049-1555416000-1555430400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Creating a Culture of Inclusion Innovation Working Group
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) invites you to participate in the innovation working group focused on creating a culture of inclusion and belonging\, which is interested in how organisations unlock value and innovation through improving representation and diversity. \nThe Innovation Working Group aims to create a space where member companies can build innovative and collaborative approaches to transformation challenges that will ensure diverse and productive workforces with improved retention. \nThe objectives of the working group are to: \n\nShare and learn approaches and strategies across sectors and industries;\nIntroduce new and different perspectives to stimulate thinking;\nCreate innovative solutions and actions;\nCollectively test and scale innovative solutions; and\nDevelop content and stories on businesses’ contribution.\n\nThis Group meets quarterly to continuously build on and develop approaches to solving these challenges. \nKindly click here to RSVP.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/creating-a-culture-of-inclusion-innovation-working-group/
CATEGORIES:Transformation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190410T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190410T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190312T120917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190312T120917Z
UID:4977-1554904800-1554913800@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:NBI Membership Council Meeting April 2019
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) wishes to notify you of the upcoming Membership Council Meeting scheduled to take place on Wednesday\, 10 April 2019\, from 13:30 for 14:00 to 16:30.  Please note that at this meeting\, given that the current NBI Board term comes to an end in April\, a new Board is to be appointed. We will also report back on the NBI’s impact over the last year and an exciting keynote input. Please contact: Jo-Anne Stanford for further details.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/save-the-date-nbi-membership-council-meeting-april-2019/
CATEGORIES:Membership
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nbi.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/New-Africa-Globe-website.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190308T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190308T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190215T100146Z
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SUMMARY:Roundtable: Understanding the Gender Pay-Gap in South Africa
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) is hosting a roundtable discussion to unpack the gender pay-gap in South African workplaces. It is estimated that women in South Africa earn 23% less than men. The gender pay-gap reinforces inequality in the most unequal society in the world. Given that most South African households are headed by women\, the pay-gap between men and women has far-reaching consequences\, including in the workplace. Companies can unlock higher levels of productivity\, morale and retention by taking active steps to address the gender-pay gap. \nThis roundtable is aimed at human resources\, sustainability and transformation professionals. Points of discussion will include: \n\nThe Motherhood Penalty\nReligion\, Culture and Education as Drivers of Inequality\nThe Evolution of the “Boys Club”\nWomen in Management: Gatekeepers or Trailblazers?\n\nThis roundtable discussion is an integral part of a gender pay-gap study that forms part of the Presidential Jobs Summit Framework Agreement. The aim of the study is to develop a methodology for standardized and simplified calculation of the gender pay-gap in South Africa\, with the goal of addressing and improving pay disparities \nThe aim of the roundtable and gender pay-gap study is for organisations to begin to unpack and understand the complex nature gender equity manifests within the workplace and the implications it has on our economy and society. \nClick here to RSVP.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/roundtable-understanding-the-gender-pay-gap-in-south-africa/
LOCATION:Brian-2-1
CATEGORIES:Transformation
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190301T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190301T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190206T083113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T083113Z
UID:4647-1551434400-1551447000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Kopano ya Metsi: Municipal Wastewater Treatment and Reuse Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) and South African Local Government Association (SALGA) invite are hosting an expert roundtable on how we transform the wastewater sector in South Africa into an economic success story. The roundtable will focus on understanding how wastewater can be tackled in a system-wide approach\, and how we can build on our existing efforts. The session will be limited to key role-players in the water\, wastewater and municipal space. Please contact Mmaphefo Twala for further details: MmaphefoT@nbi.org.za
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/kopano-ya-metsi-municipal-wastewater-treatment-and-reuse-roundtable/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190227T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190227T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190215T110459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190215T110459Z
UID:4815-1551261600-1551270600@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:NBI/Brand South Africa: An Investor’s Perspective on South Africa’s Investment Context
DESCRIPTION:The events of 2018 cemented the year as one of reckoning both locally and globally. Geopolitical and global dynamics continued to point towards increasing global uncertainty as a result of brewing trade wars\, Brexit\, increased trade protectionism and challenges to global free trade. These trends of uncertainty\, self-interest and greed played out locally in the form of the insidious elements of state capture and corporate fraud. \nIf the previous year was for reckoning\, 2019 is predicted to be one of reflection as various institutions galvanise support for scaled up efforts to move the economy forward. It is in this spirit that the National Business Initiative (NBI) and Brand South Africa invite you to a jointly-hosted event to consider in depth South Africa’s investment projections given the current state of the country. \nPlease join us for this engagement as we explore and take stock of the economy through the eyes of the investor and to gather information on the on-the-ground experiences of doing business in South Africa. Brand South Africa will share findings from its International Investor Perceptions Research and the implications thereof for the South African business community. The Nation Brand Performance\, a product curated by Brand South Africa\, will provide rich content on industry highlights from 2018 and industry prospects for 2019. \nRSVP here.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/nbi-brand-south-africa-an-investors-perspective-on-south-africas-investment-context/
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190213T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20190215T095455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190215T095455Z
UID:4805-1550059200-1550066400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Series: Cop24 Feedback - Key Outcomes Agreed at the UN Climate Talks in Katowice\, Poland
DESCRIPTION:This session will unpack the meaning and significance of COP24\, both globally and for South African business\, focusing on the following key questions: What are the key outcomes of COP24? What are the implications of the Paris Rulebook for business\, and in particular\, for South African companies? What does the science say and are we getting there? What is the economic opportunity of bold climate action through We Mean Business? We will also showcase our Augmented Reality Infographic which demonstrates the impact of climate change in South Africa. If you are an NBI member company and would like to attend this session\, please RSVP here.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-series-cop24-feedback-key-outcomes-agreed-at-the-un-climate-talks-in-katowice-poland/
LOCATION:Kopano ya metsi
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181128T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181128T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20181128T150800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T150800Z
UID:4174-1543413600-1543422600@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Series - The 4th Industrial Revolution and The Future of Work in South Africa
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) and Adcorp\, are hosting the fourth in a series of thought leadership dialogues that have begun to explore the 4th Industrial Revolution from the perspective of what it might mean for our economy and how we can engage with it to create new opportunities and jobs that support the vision of the National Development Plan (NDP) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).  The final dialogue for 2018 will focus on the role and impact of the Future of Work and the 4th Industrial Revolution on youth. Please click here to RSVP if you are an NBI member company.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-series-the-4th-industrial-revolution-and-the-future-of-work-in-south-africa-2/
CATEGORIES:CEOs Office
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181116T103000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181116T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20181128T151532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T151532Z
UID:4177-1542364200-1542371400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Sharing the Transformation Vision of a Just and Equal South Africa - Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:Over the past six months\, the NBI has worked collectively with our member companies to critically reflect on transformation in South Africa. The programme aims to meaningfully contribute to the corporate sector’s transformation journey – in a way that goes beyond compliance. Instead\, it is about contributing in a deep and meaningful way to eradicate discrimination\, inequity and inequality and in so doing building social cohesion\, common purpose and harmonious relationships in the workplace as well as between business and the broader society. \nThe process and outcomes of this engagement have been consolidated in a concise report\, which also highlights the themes that will guide the work going forward. This event will share these outcomes and detail the way forward. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an open and engaging dialogue and to learn more about how you can be involved in creating a more inclusive and equal South Africa. RSVP here.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/sharing-the-transformation-vision-of-a-just-and-equal-south-africa-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Transformation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181108T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181108T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20181016T124752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T124752Z
UID:4042-1541682000-1541689200@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Series: Global Insights for Strengthened Water and Climate Action – Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:World Water Week\, Climate Week New York and the Global Climate Action Summit represent three of the major global dialogues on sustainability held in 2018. Join us as we discuss the key issues raised at each conference and their relevance for company practice and the strengthening of local action. Against this global backdrop\, updates and insights will be shared from our local collective action partnerships between industry\, government and civil society\, including the uMhlathuze Water Stewardship Partnership and the Western Cape Water Task Force. Finally\, our Durban seminar will conclude with an introduction to the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and its implications for South African companies. Click on the following link if you are an NBI Member company and would like to attend this session:  Cape Town: Thursday\, 8 November 2018 – Southern Sun Waterfront.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-series-global-insights-for-strengthened-water-and-climate-action-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181107T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181107T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20181105T115634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181105T115634Z
UID:4086-1541599200-1541608200@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:The Future of Work and the 4th Industrial Revolution - Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) and Adcorp\, are delighted to invite you to the third and fourth of a series of thought leadership dialogues that have begun to explore the 4th Industrial Revolution from the perspective of what it might mean for our economy and how we can engage with it to create new opportunities and jobs that support the vision of the National Development Plan (NDP) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). \nPlease click here if you are an NBI member company and wish to attend this dialogue. \n 
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/the-future-of-work-and-the-4th-industrial-revolution/
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181105T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20181016T100023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T100023Z
UID:4035-1541422800-1541430000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Series: Global Insights for Strengthened Water and Climate Action – Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:World Water Week\, Climate Week New York and the Global Climate Action Summit represent three of the major global dialogues on sustainability held in 2018. Join us as we discuss the key issues raised at each conference and their relevance for company practice and the strengthening of local action. Against this global backdrop\, updates and insights will be shared from our local collective action partnerships between industry\, government and civil society\, including the uMhlathuze Water Stewardship Partnership and the Western Cape Water Task Force. Finally\, our Durban seminar will conclude with an introduction to the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and its implications for South African companies. Click on the following link if you are an NBI Member company and would like to attend this session: Johannesburg: Monday\, 5 November 2018 – FutureSpace\, Sandton
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-series-global-insights-for-strengthened-water-and-climate-action-johannesburg/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nbi.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Website-Climate-2-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181030T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181030T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20181015T095753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T095753Z
UID:4023-1540904400-1540915200@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Series: Global Insights for Strengthened Water and Climate Action – Durban
DESCRIPTION:World Water Week\, Climate Week New York and the Global Climate Action Summit represent three of the major global dialogues on sustainability held in 2018. Join us as we discuss the key issues raised at each conference and their relevance for company practice and the strengthening of local action. Against this global backdrop\, updates and insights will be shared from our local collective action partnerships between industry\, government and civil society\, including the uMhlathuze Water Stewardship Partnership and the Western Cape Water Task Force. Finally\, our Durban seminar will conclude with an introduction to the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and its implications for South African companies. Click on the relevant link if you are an NBI Member company and would like to attend one of these sessions. Durban: Tuesday\, 30 October 2018 –  Garden Court Umhlanga.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-series-global-insights-for-strengthened-water-and-climate-action-durban/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nbi.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Website-Climate-4.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181026T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20181005T075659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181005T075659Z
UID:3932-1540558800-1540566000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Sharing the Transformation Vision of a Just and Equal South Africa
DESCRIPTION:Over the past six months\, the NBI has worked collectively with our member companies to critically reflect on transformation in South Africa. The programme aims to meaningfully contribute to the corporate sector’s transformation journey – in a way that goes beyond compliance. Instead\, it is about contributing in a deep and meaningful way to eradicate discrimination\, inequity and inequality and in so doing building social cohesion\, common purpose and harmonious relationships in the workplace as well as between business and the broader society. The process and outcomes of this engagement have been consolidated in a concise report\, which also highlights the themes that will guide the work going forward. This event will share these outcomes and detail the way forward. \nPlease contact: Khule Duma should you wish to attend this session or for further details on NBI’s Transformation Programme.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/sharing-the-transformation-vision-of-a-just-and-equal-south-africa/
CATEGORIES:Transformation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181016T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181016T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T003739
CREATED:20181005T080306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181005T080306Z
UID:3938-1539694800-1539702000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Consultation on the Second Biennial Report on Climate Change Research and Development
DESCRIPTION:The National Government Performance Management Framework requires the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) are jointly conducting an assessment of climate change research and development in South Africa every two years\, for reporting to Cabinet. The second assessment is currently underway. Join us in understanding and influencing the national research and development agenda on climate change. The purpose of the assessment is to help ensure that South Africa has the necessary knowledge\, skills\, technologies and capacities to thrive in the 21st century\, with all its changes and uncertainties. You are encouraged to participate in this assessment by attending the consultation on the 16th of October 2018. For more information please contact: Nadia Algera or Verushka Singh and click here to RSVP.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/consultation-on-the-second-biennial-report-on-climate-change-research-and-development/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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