Since 2022, our Sasol Andrew Mapheto franchisee has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to community upliftment in Tembisa and the surrounding areas. The franchisee has actively participated in Sasol’s Friendly Neighbour Scorecard initiatives and has continued to support a range of projects aimed at improving the lives of local residents.
A key highlight of this partnership includes the donation of approximately 1,000 school uniforms to learners from schools in and around Tembisa. This initiative has helped to ease financial pressure on families while ensuring that learners are able to attend school with dignity and confidence. Supporting access to education remains a core priority for Sasol, as we recognise its role in enabling long-term opportunity and development.
At Sasol, we are committed to building and strengthening the communities around our operations through meaningful, sustainable partnerships. The Sasol Friendly Neighbour Programme is one of the ways we bring this commitment to life, enabling Sasol Energy and our franchise partners to work together to respond to the needs of communities surrounding Sasol Convenience Centres (SCCs).
Through this programme, franchisees identify local community development opportunities based on the lived realities within their areas of operation. Sasol then provides support through a 50% co-funding matching grant, enabling the joint implementation of projects that deliver lasting impact in key focus areas such as education, health, skills development, and community welfare. This shared-value approach ensures that interventions are both relevant and sustainable.
Through initiatives such as these, the Sasol Friendly Neighbour Programme continues to demonstrate the power of collaboration between Sasol and our franchise partners in driving meaningful, community-led impact. We remain committed to building stronger, more resilient communities where we operate.
