Are Millennials influencing a shift in business priorities?
Though social impact is not a new concept, it is moving closer to the forefront of corporate concerns as social responsibility becomes a priority for consumers. Today’s customers are demanding […]
African businesses embrace sustainability and impact as keys to resilience and success
Business start-ups from across Africa are beginning to become aware and integrate sustainability and impact measurement into their corporate agendas and management strategies in order to develop their long-term potential. […]
Koa becomes the first cocoa fruit brand to join the B Corp community
November 16, 2022 Accra, Ghana – Koa receives recognition for its socially responsible business just five years after the establishment of its innovative cocoa fruit venture. The Swiss-Ghanaian start-up is […]
B Lab Extends Regional Representation to Mauritius and Sister Islands
26th November 2020: A historic global culture shift is underway to harness the power of business to help address society’s greatest challenges such as climate change, gender equality, and responsible […]
Rwanda Becomes 6th Country in the World to Pass Law on Conscious Business Practices
Rwanda just passed Benefit Corporation Legislation, becoming the 6th country in the world to provide this option to businesses in Rwanda. This is a leap in the right direction for […]
Rwanda Becomes 5th Country in the World to Pass Law on Conscious Business Practices
Rwanda just passed Benefit Corporation Legislation, becoming the 5th country in the world to provide this option to businesses in Rwanda. This is a leap in the right direction for […]
B Lab East Africa Supports Women Empowerment through the SDGs
Mtindo Design Studio, a social enterprise in Uganda was awarded $2000 after emerging winner in the SDG Impact Challenge organized by B Lab East Africa.As part of a community of impact-based businesses in […]
Businesses in Africa contributing to good health and well-being
We caught up with Olivelink Healthcare, who provide timely and quality healthcare to vulnerable people in Kenya, to deep dive into SDG 3 In an interview by email, B Lab […]
Greyfos Consulting on why they are crazy about Sustainability
“We want to leave better children for the planet not only a better planet for the children, because we know our environment suffers mostly under the growing demands of human […]
Celebrating Sustainable Businesses in Africa
In recognition of businesses that have taken the step towards B Corp certification, B Corps around the world run a collective campaign during the month of March to raise awareness […]