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INTRODUCTION
ABOUT SASOL
STRATEGIC OVERVIEW
BUSINESSES
ESG
REMUNERATION REPORT
DATA AND ASSURANCE / ADMINISTRATION
SOCIAL – COMMUNITY continued
ECONOMIC INCLUSION continued
PERFORMANCE
Shared value management
Sasol’s Centre for Shared Value
Management (CSVM) is committed to
strengthening local community resilience
by facilitating a progressive transition to
new economic trajectories. This ensures
effective and sustainable economic and
social adjustment. Our mandate is to
drive societal impact that is intrinsically
linked to our business objectives, guided
by an evolving understanding of business
needs. We prioritise economic
development and diversification that
directly aligns with our business
transformation goals. This is essential to
move away from reliance on coal value
chains, and involves fostering new
economic clusters that can create jobs
and replace those at risk, designed either
to meet the needs of local communities
or to serve regional markets. A robust and
equitable economy also depends on the
growth of SMMEs, and innovation is key
to boosting competitiveness and
creating new employment.
We are actively advancing promising
projects in feasibility and pilot phases,
focusing on low-carbon-intensity
opportunities, value chain localisation,
and the circular economy, all of which are
aligned with our strategic objectives.
The CSVM coordinates these initiatives,
ensuring alignment with partnerships,
funding opportunities, relevant
regulations, local economic needs,
and the specific requirements of key
stakeholders, including employees, local
communities, and SMMEs. These efforts
bolster Sasol’s overall strategy,
leveraging existing assets and capabilities
as we navigate the transition towards a
low-carbon economy.
CASE STUDY: Franchising value chain project
Overview
Sasol remains committed to driving transformation within South Africa’s fuel retail sector by empowering
current and aspiring entrepreneurs through targeted skills transfer and holistic enterprise development
support. Through our national network of almost 400 retail sites, the majority of which are dealer-owned or
leased, we continue to enable the growth and inclusion of majority Black-owned, Black women-owned and
youth-owned businesses. This approach supports our broader objective of fostering inclusive economic
participation and advancing social equity across the communities and value chains in which we operate.
Through targeted initiatives such as the Franchise Readiness Programme for prospective franchisees and the
Franchisee Development Programme targeted at existing retail partners, Sasol supports the enhancement of
operational excellence, financial management and adherence to global safety and regulatory standards.
Key interventions and impact areas
A Franchise Readiness Programme: This
programme is a direct response to the need for
more inclusive participation in the fuel retail
sector. It provides prospective franchisees with
structured exposure to the industry, including
mentoring and practical experience at Sasol
retail sites. The aim is to equip aspiring
entrepreneurs with the insights and capabilities
required to establish sustainable and competitive
businesses within the fuel retail value chain.
A Franchise Development Programme: Designed
to strengthen the operational performance,
financial resilience, and regulatory compliance
of existing franchisees. Through one-on-one
mentorship and tailored business development
plans, the programme enables franchisees to
enhance efficiency and profitability. In doing so,
Sasol contributes to the long-term economic
sustainability of its retail network by supporting
capable, future-fit operators.
Outcome/performance
A Franchise Awareness Workshop: Sasol hosted
a two-day workshop that provided potential
franchisees with in-depth information about the
fuel retail franchising value chain.
A Focus participation and outreach: The
workshop attracted 83 potential franchisees,
a strong turnout highlighting the programme’s
role in unlocking opportunities and driving
inclusive growth within the fuel retail sector.
A Strategic partnerships: Delivered in partnership
with Absa, with strategic participation from the
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
and the National Empowerment Fund, the event
underscored a commitment to advancing
inclusive franchisee development through a
multi-stakeholder collaboration that strengthens
sustainability and scalability by drawing on
diverse expertise, networks, and resources. This
approach reflects Sasol’s commitment to shared
value creation and aligns with the United Nations
SDGs, particularly SDG 17, which promotes
effective partnerships for sustainable
development.
A Proactive Inclusion: The programme prioritises
the appointment of African and Coloured
women, as well as youth, as franchisees into
unencumbered sites – actively advancing gender
equality and youth inclusion in alignment with
SDG5 and SDG8. The strong response from the
participants highlights both the relevance of the
intervention and Sasol’s growing impact in
cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and future-fit fuel
retail network that delivers long-term social and
economic value.
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