Corporate Social Investment

Corporate Social Investment

Key to SANPC corporate objectives as a caring corporate citizen is to make a positive social impact in the lives of South Africans, especially to those disadvantaged communities that SANPC conduct business operations in. SANPC is committed to the empowerment, development and sustainability of disadvantaged communities and the environment through focused, coherent progressive and sustainable CSI programmes.

POLICY STATEMENT
  • To position SFF as a responsible and caring corporate citizen that is socially accountable to its stakeholders, the environment and more importantly the disadvantaged communities in the geographical areas we operate in.


OBJECTIVE
  • To position SFF as a responsible and caring corporate citizen that is socially accountable to its stakeholders, the environment and more importantly the disadvantaged communities in the geographical areas we operate in.


POLICY STATEMENT
  • To promote and enhance corporate citizenship behaviour amongst employees, brand loyalty, stewardship, as well as strengthening employee commitment and engagement through corporate wide participation in CSI initiatives.


CSI Focus Areas

Our vision for South Africa goes well beyond the cheque book. With the emphasis on sustainability, our most urgent priority is to ensure that our Community Affairs policy delivers long-term, tangible benefits to people at grassroots level. Ultimately, we measure the returns on our community investment according to the sense of hope, pride and ownership it fosters among communities. To maximise returns on our community investment, we structure and target our Community Affairs policy around four core areas:

Education

South Africa needs educated, skilled and literate citizens to help it grow and develop a thriving economy. Without access to decent schools, dedicated teachers, books and other resources, children face an uphill battle to educate themselves and improve their lives. To help address these needs, PetroSA’s Community Affairs programme supports new and existing primary and secondary schools serving disadvantaged communities by providing:

  • Basic school infrastructure, including buildings, ablution facilities and classrooms
  • Science, life skills and computer laboratories and assistance with maintaining these facilities
  • Mathematics and science learner support programmes, as well as teacher training and development programmes
  • Training to develop the capacity of school management bodies at funded schools.


Health

PetroSA’s Community Affairs programme aims to address the country’s primary healthcare challenges by providing:

  • Assistance to organisations and projects administering treatment for terminal diseases, including hospitals, clinics, hospices and home-based career programmes
  • Healthcare infrastructure in disadvantaged communities where there is an absence or lack of healthcare facilities.


Community Development

PetroSA aims to support the development of communities where we operate by investing in non-profit organisations and projects nominated by our staff. The focus is on improving living conditions and the quality of life among the communities our people live in. In addition, PetroSA provides funding under its Community Development focus area for:

  • Disaster relief responses and initiatives
  • Early Childhood Development (ECD) projects and programmes
  • Industry-wide CSI initiatives, such as the Integrated Energy Centres
  • Projects and programmes that support the disabled.


To maximise impact and ensure strategic alignment, our CSI initiatives are structured around four core focus areas: 

Education
Community Development Projects
Health
Environment & Sustainable Development

Education

Education is a cornerstone of sustainable socio-economic development. SANPC prioritises strengthening foundational and secondary education systems by improving access to quality learning resources, enhancing infrastructure, and building institutional capacity. Through targeted interventions in STEMI, IT, and skills development, we aim to equip learners and educators with the competencies required for future economic participation.
Under this focus area, SANPC will: 

Support Primary and Secondary School STEMI (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Innovation) programmes  

Provide IT learner support programmes at primary and secondary school level  

Fund and supply laboratory materials, equipment, and educational resources for science, life skills, skills development, and IT programmes  

Invest in basic school infrastructure improvements, including:  

  • Renovation of school buildings  
  • Construction or upgrading of classrooms  
  • Improvement of ablution facilities


Provide educational equipment, including desks, computers, and other learning tools

Facilitate skills development and subject-specific training for educators, particularly in STEMI and IT disciplines  

Community Development Projects

Sustainable community development requires targeted interventions that address socio-economic vulnerabilities, strengthen local capacity, and improve quality of life. SANPC’s community development initiatives are designed to support inclusive growth, social resilience, and equitable access to essential services, particularly within communities affected by poverty, inequality, and limited infrastructure. 

Support and fund Early Childhood Development (ECD) programmes and projects that enhance school readiness and foundational learning  

Implement and contribute to industry-aligned CSI initiatives, including participation in Integrated Energy Centres and similar collaborative platforms  

Facilitate training and capacity-building for caregivers, support groups, and community-based organisations addressing prevalent social challenges  

Support programmes and projects that empower and improve the quality of life of persons living with disabilities  

Contribute to the alleviation of energy poverty through:  

  • Refurbishment and energy-efficiency initiatives  
  • Energy-saving projects  
  • Community communication campaigns and advisory support  


Implement projects aligned with SANPC’s Production Rights obligations, as outlined in approved Social and Labour Plans (SLPs) 

Environment and Sustainable Development

Environmental stewardship is integral to long-term community resilience and sustainable economic growth. SANPC promotes environmental responsibility through education, conservation initiatives, and projects that generate both ecological and socio-economic value. 

Under this focus area, SANPC will: 

Support environmental and sustainability education programmes in disadvantaged schools and communities  

Fund and participate in environmental clean-up campaigns and conservation initiatives  

Implement greening programmes, including the provision of trees to schools and public parks  

Support projects that integrate environmental sustainability with job creation opportunities  

Give preference to initiatives that incorporate community education on environmental sustainability and responsible resource management