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Get the FREE ESG Reporting Starter Kit (Africa Edition)

A simple 5-step framework to start your sustainability reporting — even if you're a beginner.

By Zorkot Banful Kumah – Sustainability & Climate Reporting Specialist

ESG reporting is overwhelming. This kit makes it easy.

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You don't know where to start

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No ESG or sustainability staff

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Unsure what data to collect

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Unsure which GRI standards apply

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Want to attract investors but lack proper disclosures

This free starter kit gives you the exact steps, templates, and tools to begin today.

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What's Inside the ESG Starter Kit

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10-Minute Materiality Quick Test

Rapid assessment to identify your most important ESG topics

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1-Page ESG Data Tracker

Simple template to organize all your sustainability metrics

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Instant GRI Alignment Guide

Match your data to the right Global Reporting Initiative standards

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30-Day Reporting Roadmap

Step-by-step timeline to complete your first ESG report

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BONUS: 12 Ready-to-Use Templates

Complete toolkit including matrices, checklists, and dashboards

Templates Include:

  • • Materiality matrix
  • • GRI checklist
  • • Stakeholder map
  • • Monthly ESG tracker
  • • Employee dashboard
  • • Supplier audit checklist
  • • ...and more
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Designed for African organizations.

Relevant to African industries

Tailored for mining, agriculture, manufacturing, and tech sectors across Africa

Beginner-friendly

No prior ESG knowledge required - start from zero

No consultants needed

Everything you need without expensive external help

Actionable and fast

See results in days, not months

Helps build investor trust

Meet international standards that attract funding

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Here's what global sustainability leaders say about reporting…

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António Guterres

UN Secretary-General

"Sustainability reporting is no longer optional. It is essential for building a resilient and transparent future."
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Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

WTO Director-General

"Clear ESG reporting unlocks investment, strengthens governance, and builds trust in emerging markets — especially in Africa."
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Wanjira Mathai

Climate Advocate

"Reporting your environmental and social impact is one of the most powerful ways businesses can accelerate Africa's green transition."
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Mary Robinson

Former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

"Companies that measure and disclose their impact are better equipped to deliver long-term value for people and the planet."
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UN Global Compact

Global initiative

"Transparency is the bridge between commitment and action. Sustainability reporting drives accountability."

About the Author

Zorkot Banful Kumah

Sustainability & Climate Reporting Specialist with expertise in ESG, GRI, African carbon markets, MRV systems, and stakeholder engagement.

10+ years helping African organizations implement ESG reporting

Certified GRI trainer and sustainability advisor

Worked with mining, agriculture, and tech companies across Africa

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