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DEAR VALUED RISK INSIGHTSTM /ESG GPSTM SUBSCRIBER,

Welcome back to Risk Insights’ (“RI”) September 2024 Monthly Sustainable Newsletter. We are excited to reconnect with you and share the latest updates.

As we turn the page on September, we are eager to share key moments from the past month and the exciting developments on the horizon. Join us as we continue to advance RI’s mission of building a more sustainable future.

RI and SAIGA Partnership Announcement: We proudly announce our partnership with SAIGA. RI is an accredited CPD provider for programmes in Risk Management and Sustainability for Financial Professionals for the Public Sector.

RI’s participation in the 4th Annual SAIGA Conference: We had the honour of participating this year in this conference. Our Founder and Chair, Anushka Bogdanov presented the Theory of Change for this New Era: Development Economics vs. Financial Economics.

Unlocking Business Growth Through Sustainability Reporting Virtual Event: RI was delighted to co-host an event with PwC Kenya and its senior leadership team from East Africa. The event focused on providing organisations with cutting-edge practical insights and strategies for effective IFRS S1 and S2 reporting. The World Economic Forum (WEF) also presented the Strategic Intelligence tool to assist companies in setting strategies using a wide library of professionally curated content.

The 2nd Annual Anti-Corruption, Ethics, and Compliance Conference 2024: RI participates in the Panel Discussion “Business integrity and the gender dimension of corruption.” Join us for an insightful discussion led by leading experts in the field.

AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2024 Event: Risk Insights (Pty) Ltd will speak at one of the most significant investment events for the African continent, AFSIC - Investing in Africa in London.

IRMSA Conference Announcement: Join RI at the IRMSA Conference 2024, where our CEO, Andrey Bogdanov, will explore the topic “Empowering Africa and Enhancing Global ESG Standards”

Stay tuned for more engaging webinars, industry conferences, and collaborative initiatives as we continue to drive positive changes and champion sustainability. Together, we can take charge of the opportunities that lie ahead and ensure we make a lasting impact on our communities in Africa and around the globe! Let’s continue to innovate, collaborate, and inspire change together!

RI and SAIGA Partnership Announcement

RI Partnership with SAIGA

 

Risk Insights, a data science company specialising in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) ratings and analytics, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with the Southern African Institute of Government Auditors (SAIGA), a body that serves the public sector by advancing public accountability and auditing.

SAIGA represents professionals in the audit sector for government, known as the Registered Government Auditor (RGA) in the public sector and in academia. The RGA is considered the highest professional designation within the public sector auditing (previously known as government auditing). SAIGA supports the RGA professionals through Continuous Professional Development (CDP) programmes, expert technical knowledge and advice, scientific research in accountability and accounting topics and numerous other programmes aimed at developing and advancing competent public sector auditing and accounting professionals.

Risk Insights has been accredited as a CPD provider for programmes in risk management and sustainability. As part of the partnership with SAIGA, Risk Insights will leverage its innovative ESG analytics platform to provide training and development to public sector accounting and finance professions that would be tailored to build capacity in South Africa.

Unlocking Business Growth Through Sustainability Reporting Event

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On 12th September 2024, PwC and Risk Insights successfully co-hosted the ESG event, ‘Future-Proof Your Business: Navigating Sustainability Reporting.’ Over Attendees gained invaluable insights on sustainability reporting, regulatory compliance, and the evolving role of ESG in driving business success.

Missed the event? Don’t worry! Discover how our powerful solution, A-Cubed, can help your organization navigate ESG reporting and compliance with ease.

RI’s Participation in the 4th Annual Saiga Conference

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We were honoured to participate in the 4th Annual SAIGA Conference, where thought leaders gathered to explore groundbreaking ideas for a sustainable South Africa. Risk Insights contributed to the dialogue with a focused discussion on ‘The Theory of Change for this New Era: Development Economics vs. Financial Economics.’ This critical topic underscores the evolving dynamics of economic frameworks in fostering sustainable development. We look forward to continuing the conversation and driving impactful change in the industry.

AFSIC - Investing in Africa 2024 Event

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Risk Insights (Pty) Ltd will participate in one of the most significant investment events on the African continent, AFSIC - Investing in Africa. Mark your calendars, Date: 7th – 9th October 2024, Location: London. AFSIC has consistently fostered connections between companies seeking funding and Africa-focused investors, contributing to the global growth of businesses. Let’s continue the journey of success and ensure investment continues to transform Africa!

See you next week in London!

IRMSA Conference 2024

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Join us from the 1-2 of October in the IRMSA: In Action – Managing the risks to secure a sustainable future conference. Our CEO, Andrey Bogdanov will be exploring the topic, “Empowering Africa and enhancing global ESG standards”, the conference is set to have insightful and thought leadership.

The 2nd Annual Anti-Corruption, Ethics, and Compliance Conference 2024

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We're excited to announce that Risk Insights' Interim CEO, Andrey Bogdanov, will be joining a distinguished panel at the upcoming Anti-Corruption Ethics & Compliance Conference 2024. The panel, moderated by Pontso Nyathi, will delve into the topic of 'Business Integrity and the Gender Dimensions of Corruption.' Together with experts Jennifer Sarvary Bradford from UNODC and Devoshum Moodley-Veera from the South African government, this discussion will highlight critical insights into the intersection of integrity, ethics, and gender in combating corruption. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with global thought leaders on November 6-7 at the Indaba Hotel.

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