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ESG and Sustainability Report Writing

Investors, regulators and communities increasingly expect African organisations to report on their environmental, social and governance performance in clear, honest terms. This course focuses on the writing craft behind sustainability disclosure rather than the underlying frameworks. Delegates learn to translate data and initiatives into a credible narrative that avoids vague claims and communicates genuine progress and challenges.

What you will be able to do

  • Translate ESG data and activities into a clear written narrative.
  • Structure a sustainability report so readers find what they need.
  • Write balanced disclosure that reports progress and challenges honestly.
  • Avoid vague claims and language that reads as greenwashing.
  • Present metrics and targets so non specialists understand them.
  • Review a draft report for clarity, balance and credibility.

Course outline

  1. 01The Audience for Sustainability Reporting
  2. 02Turning ESG Data into Narrative
  3. 03Structuring a Readable Report
  4. 04Writing Balanced and Honest Disclosure
  5. 05Avoiding Vague and Overstated Claims
  6. 06Presenting Metrics and Targets Clearly
  7. 07Reviewing for Credibility and Balance

Who should attend

This course suits sustainability, communications, investor relations and reporting staff who contribute to or compile ESG and sustainability reports.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendar
17 to 19 Aug 2026Lagos3US$1,500
24 to 26 Aug 2026Harare3US$1,500
31 Aug to 2 Sep 2026Kampala3US$1,500
7 to 9 Sep 2026Dar es Salaam3US$1,500
14 to 16 Sep 2026Pretoria3R13,000
21 to 23 Sep 2026Cape Town3R13,000
5 to 7 Oct 2026Online3US$900
12 to 14 Oct 2026Mozambique3US$1,500
19 to 21 Oct 2026Cairo3US$1,500
26 to 28 Oct 2026Accra3US$1,500
2 to 4 Nov 2026Lusaka3US$1,500
9 to 11 Nov 2026Kigali3US$1,500
16 to 18 Nov 2026Nairobi3US$1,500
23 to 25 Nov 2026Durban3R13,000
30 Nov to 2 Dec 2026Johannesburg3R13,000
14 to 16 Dec 2026Mauritius3US$1,500
21 to 23 Dec 2026Dubai3US$1,500

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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