Sanlam, the Corporate Citizen

Apart from being a business leader, Sanlam also prides itself on being a good corporate citizen, from its empowerment deals to sustainability initiatives and corporate social investment.

Socio-economic contribution

Sanlam's history is closely linked to South Africa's own socio-economic development. This is a responsibility we take very seriously. We intend to continue to play this role over the decades to come.Please click here to learn more about our socio-economic contribution.

Empowerment

Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) is one of Sanlam’s focus areas – a corporate responsibility that we take very seriously. For more information on how we’ve been faring on the Financial Sector Charter’s Scorecard.

BEE

Sanlam’s passionate commitment to Black Economic Empowerment has been creating opportunities for many previously disadvantaged South Africans. For more detailed information on our various initiatives, click here.

Ubuntu-Botho

In 2004, a broad-based black empowerment consortium led by businessman Patrice Motsepe bought a 10% shareholding in Sanlam, in what was to become one of the most far-reaching black empowerment transactions to date. For more information, click here.

Sanlam Foundation

Hope runs through the Sanlam Group in everything we think and do. The Sanlam Foundation is yet another way we’re doing all we can to lift South Africa to a higher level. We want to see real change in social development, the care of our ecology, and ultimately the financial security of the communities we work with.For more information, click here.

Sustainability Management

In 2004, a broad-based black empowerment consortium led by businessman Patrice Motsepe bought a 10% shareholding in Sanlam, in what was to become one of the most far-reaching black empowerment transactions to date. For more information, click here.

Code of Conduct and Ethics

Because we regard our integrity and high ethical standards as priceless assets, Sanlam has adopted a code of ethics and conduct. This code outlines our commitment to society, the authorities, our clients and our employees.

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Employment Equity 

As we operate in a country in the process of righting the wrongs of its past, Sanlam is committed to supporting and upholding the goals and objectives of employment equity. Through our own Employment Equity Policy, we strive for a free and fair business environment where there are equal opportunities for all.

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Human Resources Committee Charter

The Human Resources Committee (“the Committee”), which is a committee of the Board of Sanlam Limited (“Sanlam”) is responsible for the Group’s intellectual capital. The Committee consults with the Sustainability Committee regarding the personnel transformation process.

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