Esta conferência constitui uma plataforma anual de referência que reúne os principais intervenientes dos sectores de energia e mineração, a nível global que promove debates e oportunidades estratégicas de interacção, partilha de conhecimento e diálogo sobre os sectores, e contou com a presença do Presidente da República de Moçambique bem como outros membros do governo.

Durante o evento, a Sasol integrou os principais painéis de debate sobre o sector extractivo e energético, partilhando a sua visão sobre investimento, segurança energética, conteúdo local e desenvolvimento sustentável.

Painel 1 – Painel de Petróleo e Gás

Tema: Abertura para Investimento: Desbloqueando a Próxima Fronteira Energética de Moçambique – Das Descobertas de Gás e FID à Industrialização Plena

Francisco Augusto, Vice-Presidente para Operações e Manutenção em Moçambique, participou no painel dedicado ao sector de Petróleo e Gás, onde destacou a importância da abertura ao investimento como um dos pilares fundamentais para o reforço da segurança energética nacional. Na ocasião, apresentou os principais eixos de investimento da Sasol no país, com enfoque para o investimento de mais de USD 760 milhões na construção da recém-inaugurada Fábrica de Processamento Integrado de Hidrocarbonetos (IPF), no âmbito da Licença PSA, e que irá contribuir significativamente para a robustez da matriz energética nacional.

 A IPF possui capacidade para produzir 23 milhões de gigajoules de gás por ano para geração de 450 MW de energia na Central Térmica de Temane (CTT), para além de produzir 4 mil barris de petróleo leve por dia e 30 mil toneladas de GPL por ano, contribuindo para suprir cerca de 75% da procura nacional de gás de cozinha.

Painel 2 – Painel de Indústria Extractiva e Mineração

Tema: Valor local e processamento: oportunidades de beneficiamento mineral, desenvolvimento de fornecedores, capacitação de competências, acesso ao financiamento para PME, práticas de procurement justas e inclusivas, e promoção da inclusão de género e juventude.

Num outro momento, Sónia Matsinhe Chembeze, Directora-Geral da Sasol em Moçambique, participou do painel sobre a Indústria Extractiva e Mineração, onde apresentou a estratégia de Conteúdo Local da empresa, reforçando o compromisso contínuo da Sasol com o desenvolvimento e capacitação das empresas nacionais, para que possam competir em igualdade de circunstâncias com empresas internacionais no fornecimento de bens e serviços para a indústria petrolífera, com especial enfoque para as empresas sediadas na província de Inhambane.

Ao cair do pano da 12.ª edição da MMEC, a Sasol em Moçambique foi distinguida em duas categorias, em reconhecimento pelo seu compromisso contínuo com o desenvolvimento de Moçambique.

Categoria de Projecto de Responsabilidade Social e Corporativa do Ano

A distinção foi atribuída no âmbito da implementação dos primeiros Acordos de Desenvolvimento Local (ADL), com destaque para a componente off-grid do Programa de Acesso à Energia, que garantiu a distribuição de kits solares a cerca de 1.500 famílias de 13 comunidades circunvizinhas às operações da empresa. O programa contempla ainda outras 11 comunidades abrangidas pela expansão da rede eléctrica convencional, actualmente em implementação pela EDM.

Categoria de Projecto de Energia do Ano

Esta segunda distinção foi atribuída no contexto da recém-inaugurada Fábrica de Processamento Integrado de Hidrocarbonetos (IPF), no âmbito da Licença PSA, reforçando a relevância estratégica do projecto para o sector energético nacional. Importa igualmente destacar que, durante o pico da fase de construção da nova fábrica, mais de 3.100 trabalhadores estiveram envolvidos nas obras, sendo cerca de 60% da mão-de-obra recrutada localmente nos distritos de Govuro, Inhassoro e Vilankulo.

Estas distinções reforçam o compromisso contínuo da Sasol com o desenvolvimento de Moçambique, através de pilares estratégicos como conteúdo local, transferência de competências, desenvolvimento humano, contribuições obrigatórias e iniciativas de responsabilidade social e corporativa.

Sasol Awarded Best of the Year at MMEC 2026

Sasol in Mozambique participated as a Gold Sponsor of the 12th Edition of the Mozambique Mining and Energy Conference and Exhibition (MMEC), held from 06 to 07 May this year, in Maputo.

The conference serves as a leading annual platform that brings together key stakeholders from the global energy and mining sectors, promoting strategic dialogue, interaction, knowledge-sharing, and discussions on the future of the industries, and was attended by the President of the Republic of Mozambique and other government representatives.

During the event, Sasol participated in the main discussion panels dedicated to the extractive and energy sectors, sharing its perspective on investment, energy security, local content, and sustainable development.

Panel 1 – Oil and Gas Panel

Topic: Open For Investment: Unlocking Mozambique’s Next Energy Frontier from Gas Discoveries, Fid to Full Industrialization.

Francisco Augusto, Vice President for Operations and Maintenance in Mozambique, participated in the Oil and Gas panel, where he highlighted the importance of openness to investment as one of the fundamental pillars for strengthening national energy security. On the occasion, he presented Sasol’s key investment pillars in the country, with particular emphasis on the investment of more than USD 760 million in the construction of the recently inaugurated Integrated Processing Facility (IPF), under the PSA Licence, which is expected to contribute significantly to the robustness of the national energy matrix.

The IPF has the capacity to produce 23 million gigajoules of gas per year for the generation of 450 MW of electricity at the Temane Thermal Power Plant (CTT), in addition to producing 4,000 barrels of light oil per day and 30,000 tonnes of LPG annually, contributing to meeting approximately 75% of the national demand for cooking gas.

Panel 2 – Extracting Industry and Mining Panel

Topic: Local value and processing: beneficiation opportunities, supplier development, skills, SME finance, fair procurement, gender/youth inclusion.

In another session, Sónia Matsinhe Chembeze, Managing Director of Sasol in Mozambique, participated in the Extractive Industry and Mining panel, where she presented the company’s Local Content strategy, reinforcing Sasol’s ongoing commitment to the development and empowerment of Mozambican companies so that they can compete on equal footing with international companies in the supply of goods and services to the oil and gas industry, with particular focus on businesses based in Inhambane Province.

At the close of the 12th edition of MMEC, Sasol in Mozambique received recognition in two categories, in acknowledgement of its continued commitment to the development of Mozambique.

Corporate Social Responsibility Project of the Year Category

The award was granted in recognition of the implementation of the first Local Development Agreements (LDAs), with emphasis on the off-grid component of the Energy Access Programme, which ensured the distribution of solar kits to approximately 1,500 families across 13 communities surrounding the company’s operations. The programme also includes 11 additional communities benefiting from the expansion of the conventional electricity grid, currently being implemented by EDM.

Energy Project of the Year category

This recognition was awarded within the context of the recently inaugurated Integrated Processing Facility (IPF), under the PSA Licence, reinforcing the project’s strategic relevance to the national energy sector. It is also important to highlight that, during the peak of the factory construction phase, more than 3,100 workers were involved in the project, with approximately 60% of the workforce recruited locally from the districts of Govuro, Inhassoro, and Vilankulo.

These recognitions reinforce Sasol’s continued commitment to the development of Mozambique through strategic pillars such as local content, skills transfer, human development, mandatory contributions, and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

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Celebrado a 22 de Março, o Dia Nacional do Contribuinte reconhece o papel fundamental dos contribuintes para o desenvolvimento económico do país.

Este ano, a celebração coincide com os 20 anos da criação da Autoridade Tributária de Moçambique, celebrados sob o lema “20 anos da Autoridade Tributária: consolidando o papel do contribuinte na sustentabilidade orçamental”.

Durante o evento de celebração, realizado ontem, 25 de Março de 2026, em Maputo, a Sasol Petroleum Temane – SPT recebeu o reconhecimento como terceiro maior contribuinte na categoria de Imposto sobre o Rendimento de Pessoas Colectivas – IRPC, um reconhecimento que tem sido consistente ao longo dos anos onde a SPT se tem posicionado nos três primeiros lugares.

Este reconhecimento é resultado de uma contribuição de 4 486 896 485 Meticais (para a categoria em alusão, no exercício financeiro de 2025 (Julho de 2024 a Junho de 2025).

Sónia Matsinhe Chembeze, Directora-Geral da Sasol em Moçambique, destacou que este reconhecimento enaltece o papel da Sasol em Moçambique como uma marca incontornável na sustentabilidade económica do país.

“Este reconhecimento, mais uma vez, atribuído pela Autoridade Tributária de Moçambique, é uma reafirmação da nossa relevância no mosaico económico nacional, através dos nossos cinco pilares, com enfoque, neste caso, para as contribuições fiscais”, afirmou Sónia Matsinhe Chembeze.

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Sasol Recognized as the Third Largest Corporate Income Tax (IRPC) Contributor by Mozambican Tax Authority

Celebrated on March 22, the National Taxpayer Day recognises the fundamental role of taxpayers in the country’s economic development. This year, the celebration coincides with the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Mozambique Tax Authority , held under the theme “20 years of the Tax Authority: consolidating the role of the taxpayer in fiscal sustainability”.

During the celebration event, held yesterday, March 25, 2026, in Maputo, Sasol Petroleum Temane (SPT) was recognized as the third largest contributor in the Corporate Income Tax (IRPC) category, SPT have been consistently ranked among the top three taxpayers.

This recognition results from a contribution of 4 486 896 485 Meticais in the aforementioned category during the 2025 financial year (July 2024 to June 2025).

 Sónia Matsinhe Chembeze, Managing Director of Sasol in Mozambique, highlighted that this recognition reinforces Sasol’s role as a key player in the country’s economic sustainability.

“This recognition, once again awarded by the Mozambique Tax Authority, reaffirms our relevance in the national economic landscape, through our five pillars, with particular emphasis, in this case, on our fiscal contributions,” said Sónia Matsinhe Chembeze.

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Awarding top-achievers is in line with Sasol’s strategic objective of supporting the teaching of Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education in schools. This act also aims to encourage more learners to study these subjects.

Over the years, Sasol has made considerable investments in education through various initiatives such as merit bursaries, sponsorship of mobile science labs to under resourced schools, Sasol Energy Innovation Challenge, the National Skills Competition. These initiatives play a vital role in enabling excellence in science education.

The sponsorship of the provincial Grade 12 Awards is part of a long-standing partnership with the National Department of Education. In Mpumalanga, Sasol has been hosting Grade 12 Merit Awards in Secunda for the past 30 years, where learners from various districts are recognised and awarded for their outstanding performance. This year, Sasol will continue to recognise top achievers at district level across the province.

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As part of Sasol’s Gender-Based Violence and Femicide response plan, a Psychosocial Support Programme was launched in Secunda at the end of November 2025.

The Psychosocial Support Programme, which will run for a period of four years, will provide trauma counselling, emotional support, mental wellness education and sensitisation sessions to local communities, in what is a multi-sectoral approach to tackling the scourge of gender-based violence.

The launch of the programme coincided with the observation of 16 Day of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children, which runs from 25 November to 10 December every year.

The establishment of the Psychosocial Support Programme was informed by the outcome of a Sasol baseline study, which revealed a need for psychosocial support for communities around Secunda and Sasolburg. It also identified gaps in access to trauma counselling and coordinated referral systems.

Community organisations had reported being overstretched and inadequately resourced, highlighting the need for a coordinated intervention. The study was carried out through engagements with social workers, NPOs, Thuthuzela Care Centres, the South African Police Services (SAPS) Victim-Friendly Units and other stakeholders.

Programme launch

Sasol launched the programme on 28 November 2025 in eMbalenhle, outside Secunda, teaming up with various stakeholders that provide assistance to survivors of gender-based violence, such as SAPS, Department of Social Development, National Prosecuting Authority, Department of Justice and local Non-Profit Organisations. These organisations play a vital role in assisting those impacted by gender-based violence.

The Psychosocial Support Programme will be implemented in partnership with social welfare organisations across Secunda and Sasolburg and will operate through designated access points in both regions. To ensure the effectiveness of the initiative, ten unemployed youth graduate social workers, 5 from each town,  have been enlisted to offer support to survivors, for a period of 2-years. 

Another cohort of 10 unemployed youth graduate social workers will be deployed for further period of 2 years. Sasol will also continue with the upgrading of victim friendly rooms at police stations in the respective towns.

The social workers will deliver a suite of services that include:
– Trauma counselling and emotional support
– Crisis intervention and trauma debriefing
– Individual and family support sessions
– Referrals to: Department of Health, Department of Social Development, SAPS and local NPOs.

The launch demonstrates Sasol’s ongoing commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals and strengthening community-based response systems through psychosocial interventions.

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This year’s theme, ‘Sustainability and Air Pollution,’ challenged learners to apply coding, robotics, and data-driven thinking to design creative solutions for cleaner, healthier communities. With guidance from expert mentors from our Digital Studio, as well as educational partners including the Osizweni Science Centre and Boitjhorisong Resource Centre, participants collaborated in teams to tackle hands-on challenges that encouraged problem-solving, innovation, and teamwork.

The hackathon forms part of the Sasol Foundation’s ongoing commitment to advancing STEM education and empowering young women to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). By nurturing digital skills and curiosity at an early age, we aim to help build a generation ready to lead in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) – equipped to use technology to create sustainable change.

“The Sasol Girls Hackathon is more than an event; it’s a celebration of every girl’s potential,” said Gao Mothoagae, Vice President: CSI and Sasol Foundation. “It’s our way of saying, you belong here – in Science, in Technology, in Engineering, and in Mathematics. These fields are not just about numbers, formulas, or code; they’re about solving real problems and creating real solutions that can change the world.”

The Sasol Girls Hackathon continues to stand as a powerful example of how partnership, purpose, and passion can inspire the next generation of innovators.

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A Sasol em Moçambique, mais uma vez, participou do evento como patrocinadora de Ouro, reforçando o seu lugar de relevância para o desenvolvimento sustentável dos sectores de energia e mineração em Moçambique.

O evento contou com a presença do Presidente da República, Daniel Chapo, que visitou o stand da Sasol, no primeiro dia do evento, onde deixou palavras de encorajamento pelo trabalho desenvolvido pela empresa, especialmente, no que se refere à contribuição para o desenvolvimento socioeconómico do país.

Durante a sua intervenção, na cerimónia de abertura, Chapo destacou que o Acordo de Partilha de Produção (Projecto PSA) da Sasol garantirá a produção de Gás de Cozinha (GPL) no país, reduzindo as importações em cerca de 70%, bem como a alimentação à Central Térmica de Temane (CTT), que produzirá 450 MW de energia eléctrica.

A Sasol participou de dois (2) painéis de discussão no evento, sendo:

Painel 5 – Painel de Petróleo e Gás – Segmento Downstream

Francisco Augusto, Vice-Presidente para Operações, representou a Sasol neste painel, onde passou em revista o papel crucial das concessões operadas e participadas pela Sasol, sublinhando a importância da cadeia de valor do gás natural como catalisador para o desenvolvimento industrial e económico do país.

Na sua locução, Francisco Augusto destacou a contribuição da Licença PSA, com a entrada em operação da fábrica de processamento de GPL, cujo comissionamento está previsto para o presente semestre. Este projecto enriquecerá a matriz energética nacional, criando também condições para que Moçambique se reafirme como um actor estratégico no sector de energia na região.

Painel 10 – Sustentabilidade

Num segundo momento, o Director Geral da Sasol em Moçambique, Ovídio Rodolfo, fez uma exposição sobre a estratégia de Responsabilidade Social Corporativa da empresa, que se baseia fundamentalmente nos Acordos de Desenvolvimento Local ( ADL ).

Durante a sua intervenção, Ovídio Rodolfo, fez saber que o primeiro ciclo dos ADL está no seu quinto e último ano de implementação, tendo já sido investidos cerca de 90% do orçamento de 20 milhões de dólares norte-americanos, aprovado para o quinquénio 2020 – 2025, beneficiando 37 comunidades de Govuro e Inhassoro.

Ainda neste painel, Rodolfo realçou que, para além do valor investido no âmbito dos ADL, a Sasol aplicou cerca de 35 milhões de dólares em vários outros projectos que beneficiam as comunidades circunvizinhas às suas operações.

Num outro desenvolvimento, de forma panorâmica, foram apresentados os contornos dos segundos Acordos de Desenvolvimento Local, com assinatura prevista para este semestre, destacando a duplicação do investimento financeiro, bem como a expansão das comunidades beneficiárias, que agora incluem também o distrito de Vilankulo.

MMEC 2025 – Sasol Participates as Gold Sponsor

Maputo, the Mozambican capital, once again hosted the 11^th Mozambique Mining and Energy Conference and Exhibition ( MMEC ) between 7 and 8 May 2025. This conference is an annual platform that brings together the main stakeholders from the country’s and the continent’s energy and mining sectors, government decision-makers, and professionals from various global specialities, offering the opportunity to interact with leaders and key decision-makers.

Sasol in Mozambique once again participated in the event as a Gold Sponsor, reinforcing its position as a key player in the sustainable development of the country’s energy and mining sectors.

The event was attended by the President of the Republic, Daniel Chapo, who visited Sasol’s stand on the first day, leaving words of encouragement for the work carried out by the company, particularly regarding its contribution to the country’s socio-economic development.

During his speech at the opening ceremony, Chapo highlighted that the Production Sharing Agreement (PSA Project) will ensure the domestic production of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), reducing imports by around 70%, as well as supplying the Temane Thermal Power Plant (CTT), which will generate 450 MW of electricity.

Sasol took part in two (2) discussion panels at the event, namely:

Panel 5 – Oil and Gas Downstream

Francisco Augusto, Vice President Mozambique Operations, represented Sasol in this panel, where he reviewed the crucial role of the concessions operated and participated in by Sasol, emphasising the importance of the natural gas value chain as a catalyst for the country’s industrial and economic development.

In his address, Francisco Augusto highlighted the contribution of the PSA Licence, with the LPG processing plant set to begin commissioning this semester. This project will enrich the national energy matrix, also creating the conditions for Mozambique to reaffirm itself as a strategic player in the regional energy sector.

Panel 10 – Sustainability

In a second appearance, Sasol in Mozambique Country Manager, Ovídio Rodolfo, provided an overview on the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility strategy, which is fundamentally based on the Local Development Agreements (LDAs).

During his remarks, Ovídio Rodolfo shared that the first cycle of the LDAs is now in its fifth and final year of implementation, with around 90% of the approved budget of 20 million US dollars for the 2020–2025 period already invested, benefiting 37 communities in Govuro and Inhassoro.

Also on this panel, Rodolfo emphasised that, in addition to the amount invested under the LDAs, Sasol has allocated around 35 million US dollars to various other projects benefiting the communities surrounding its operations.

In another development, a panoramic overview was given of the second Local Development Agreements, scheduled to be signed this semester, highlighting the duplication of the financial investment as well as the expansion of the beneficiary communities, now also including the district of Vilankulo.

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Em cerimónia presidida pelo Administrador do Distrito de Govuro, Fernando Doda Muzobingua, foi dado o arranque simbólico ao projecto, que responde a uma necessidade primária da comunidade de Maluvane e visa melhorar o acesso à água potável de forma segura e eficiente.

Numa primeira fase, será construída uma torre de suporte com depósitos elevados e instalada à rede de distribuição. A segunda fase contemplará a construção de uma conduta adutora de cerca de 20 quilómetros, que ligará os campos de furos à rede principal, garantindo assim o provimento do precioso líquido.

Para Fernando Doda Muzobingua, o feito representa um marco importante na promoção da qualidade de vida no distrito. “Sem água, não há saúde, nem desenvolvimento. Este projecto representa um avanço decisivo para o bem-estar da nossa população,” declarou.

Ovídio Rodolfo, Director Geral da Sasol em Moçambique, por seu turno, afirmou que a iniciativa reflecte o compromisso da empresa com o bem-estar das comunidades. “Este projecto é um reflexo do nosso compromisso com soluções sustentáveis e com impacto real na vida das pessoas,” disse.

Uma residente de Maluvane expressou o entusiasmo da população com o início das obras. “Andamos muito para ter água “boa”, e nem sempre é limpa. Agora, vislumbramos um futuro melhor, quando a infra-estrutura nos for entregue,” disse, Elisa Massingue. “Chegámos a pensar que a Sasol se havia esquecido do compromisso assumido em 2019 — renovado, mais tarde, em 2022, com a abertura de dois furos. Hoje, ao vermos este projecto a avançar, sentimos uma satisfação profunda e a esperança de que, desta vez, o amanhã será diferente,” disse.

Este sistema junta-se a outras intervenções semelhantes financiadas pela Sasol nos distritos de Govuro e Inhassoro, como os sistemas de Chimedje, Pande Sede, Colonga e Chipongo. No âmbito da componente estratégica dos Acordos de Desenvolvimento Local (ADL), denominada Água e Saneamento, a Sasol está a investir cerca de 5 milhões de dólares, com o objectivo de melhorar a cobertura de água e permitir que as comunidades abrangidas percorram distâncias mais curtas (menos de 30 minutos) para aceder a uma fonte de água segura. Saiba mais sobre estas iniciativas, aqui .

Sasol Breaks Ground on New Water Supply System in Govuro

Sasol has yesterday, 24 April, officially launched the construction of another water supply system — this time in Maluvane, Govuro district, Inhambane province. The infrastructure, financed by the company under the framework of the Local Development Agreements (LDAs), will serve three neighbourhoods in the locality and will include around 500 household connections and 10 public standpipes, reinforcing Sasol’s ongoing commitment to sustainable community development.

The ground-breaking ceremony, symbolically launching the project, was presided over by the District Administrator of Govuro, Fernando Doda Muzobingua. The project responds to a primary need of the Maluvane community and aims to improve access to clean and safe drinking water in a secure and efficient manner.

In the first phase, a support tower with elevated water tanks will be built and connected to the distribution network. The second phase will include the construction of a 20-kilometre-long main pipeline, connecting boreholes to the central network, ensuring consistent delivery of the essential resource.

For Fernando Doda Muzobingua, the project marks an important step in improving quality of life in the district. “Without water, there is no health, no development. This project represents a decisive step for the wellbeing of our population,” he declared.

Ovídio Rodolfo, Sasol’s General Manager in Mozambique, stated that the initiative reflects the company’s deep commitment to community welfare. “This project is a reflection of our commitment to sustainable solutions that have a real impact on people’s lives,” he said.

A local resident of Maluvane expressed the community’s excitement at the beginning of the construction works. “We walk long distances for good water, and even then, it’s not always clean. Now we see a better future on the horizon, once the infrastructure is delivered,” said Elisa Massingue. “There was a time we thought Sasol had forgotten the commitment made in 2019 — which was renewed in 2022 with the opening of two boreholes. Today, seeing this project move forward, we feel a deep satisfaction and a hope that, this time, tomorrow will be different,” she added.

This system joins other similar interventions financed by Sasol in the districts of Govuro and Inhassoro, including the systems of Chimedje, Pande Sede, Colonga, and Chipongo. Under the Water and Sanitation pillar of the LDAs, Sasol is investing approximately five million US dollars to improve water coverage and ensure that communities have access to a safe water source within a 30-minute walking distance.

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From 10 to 16 April 2025, our Sasol Mzansi Tour 2.0 winners, along with our influencers, embarked on an unforgettable seven-day adventure. Together, we’ll explore the rich beauty, culture, and heritage of our nation, experiencing local tourist hotspots, indulging in authentic South African cuisine, and enjoying premium accommodation that showcases the best of what our country has to offer.

But the heart of this tour goes beyond the sights and sounds. It’s about making a real difference. As part of our commitment to social upliftment, we’re proud to be donating 1 200 school uniforms to learners from underprivileged backgrounds in KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape. For many families, the cost of a school uniform is an overwhelming expense, and we’re determined to help change that.

Our winners and influencers will join us at Sekelani Primary School in KwaZulu-Natal to hand over these uniforms personally. It’s a moment of connection, where we’ll engage with students, teachers, and community members, sharing in the excitement and hope that education brings.

As Sarel Booyens, Head of our South African Corporate Social Investment Programme Execution, puts it:
“Millions of children face financial barriers that prevent them from accessing education fully — something as simple as not having a school uniform can hold them back. Through this initiative, we want to give learners the confidence and dignity they deserve, helping improve attendance and academic performance.”

This donation isn’t just about clothing. It’s about nurturing pride, promoting equality, and building a sense of belonging in the classroom. Mrs LL Radebe, Acting Principal at Sekelani Primary School, captured it perfectly:
“Uniforms promote unity and equality within the school environment. Providing students with school uniforms does more than just meet a basic need; it instils a sense of pride and belonging, which is essential for learners’ personal and academic growth.”

We’re also extending this support to Sakhikamva High School in the Eastern Cape. Mr Lucky Macozoma, Sakhiamva High School Principle, shared his thoughts:
“Uniforms help to create a more positive and focused learning atmosphere. This initiative will help reduce any feelings of stigma or exclusion among students who cannot afford uniforms, contributing to a more inclusive school environment.”

For us at Sasol, initiatives like this are deeply personal. They reflect our values, our commitment to community upliftment, and our belief in the power of education to transform lives. Through the Sasol Mzansi Tour 2.0, we’re not just fueling cars — we’re fueling futures.

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One of Sasol’s standout initiatives is the Sasol For Good Back-to-School Campaign, which aims to support learners from disadvantaged backgrounds who face significant challenges in accessing basic school necessities, particularly school uniforms. The financial burden of purchasing uniforms often leads to exclusion, low self-esteem, and diminished academic performance. Sasol recognises the critical role that education plays in breaking the cycle of poverty and empowering future generations. In addressing this need, Sasol’s Back-to-School campaign provides tangible support to learners, ensuring they are properly equipped to succeed in their educational journey.

Supporting Learners at Vusumuzi Primary School

One of the notable successes of the campaign has been Sasol’s contribution to Vusumuzi Primary School, located in the Siyathemba region of Dipaleseng Municipality. Sasol, alongside donations from its employees, provided school uniforms to Grade R and Grade 1 learners at the school. This initiative has been instrumental in addressing the financial constraints faced by parents and ensuring that approximately 582 young learners have the necessary resources to attend school confidently and feel included. By removing barriers to participation, Sasol helps nurture a sense of belonging and self-worth among these learners, which in turn boosts their academic performance and overall well-being.

Addressing Health Needs: Menstrual Health Support

In line with its commitment to holistic support, Sasol has also focused on improving the health and hygiene of young learners. As part of the Back-to-School campaign, Sasol provided a 12-month supply of sanitary towels to Grade 6 and Grade 7 girls at Vusumuzi Primary School. This thoughtful initiative ensures that girls do not miss school due to menstruation, a challenge that often leads to academic disruption and emotional distress. By prioritising menstrual health, Sasol helps promote gender equity in education, empowering girls to attend school regularly and participate fully in their learning experiences.

Extending Support to Other Schools

The Back-to-School Campaign is not limited to Vusumuzi Primary School. Other schools, such as Ekurhuleni Primary School and Ezibeleni School for Learners with Special Needs in Gauteng, also benefited from Sasol’s contributions. These schools received second-hand furniture from the demolition of Mining’s Brandspruit Hostel, medical consumables, school shoes, school bags, stationary and 12-month supply of sanitary towels. By repurposing materials and ensuring that educational institutions are better equipped, Sasol is helping to create conducive learning environments where students can thrive. The Back-to-School drive will culminate in a distribution of donations to schools in the Govan Mbeki and Lekwa Municipalities, ensuring that even more learners benefit from Sasol’s support as they embark on their educational journeys.

Sasol’s Corporate Social Investment initiatives, particularly the Back-to-School campaign, reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to building stronger, healthier, and more educated communities. By addressing both educational and health-related challenges, Sasol continues to make a lasting difference in the lives of learners, helping them overcome barriers to education and reach their full potential. Through initiatives like these, Sasol is not just investing in the present but also sowing the seeds for a brighter, more equitable future.

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Sasol provided 400 chairs and desks to the Oasis of Praise Community Centre, a non-profit organisation in Sedibeng. The centre renders services to learners across the Free State, North West, and Gauteng provinces and has a mandate to accommodate 400 learners in writing their pre-entry university examinations. The donation enables the centre to accommodate these learners and to play a pivotal role in having them accepted into tertiary institutions.

A further donation of 100 chairs and desks was made to the Community Learning Centre to the Free State Department of Education (CETC) in Sasolburg. This centre, that focuses on adult education, was built by Sasol and officially handed over to the Free State Department of Education in 2024. The new centre however lacked the required furniture to allow for full utilisation of the new facility. Sasol augmented its original donation, making a further contribution to the centre by providing the required pieces of furniture.

According to Tshamani Mathebula, Head Sasol Foundation, the company is committed to being a catalyst for positive change and driving shared socio-economic value, with a strong focus on improving educational infrastructure.

“Sasol aims to enhance educational outcomes by supplying essential resources for learners. In addition, a recent baseline study done by Sasol recommended the review and allocation of resources to improve direct impacts of education programmes in our fenceline communities such as the Vaal Triangle. We trust that the donation of these desks and chairs will augment the learning experience and academic success of learners and students making use of the centres’ services,” said Mathebula.

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Sasol proudly partnered with Qatar University, UNESCO, and the Qatar National Commission for Education, Science, and Culture to celebrate this event. It reinforced the critical role of women in STEM and the need for greater inclusion in scientific research and innovation, aligning with Qatar National Vision 2030. As a key industry partner, Sasol remains dedicated to breaking barriers, creating opportunities, and supporting women in STEM through mentorship, education, and career development.

Together, we are shaping a more inclusive, innovative, and sustainable future for women in STEM fields and beyond.

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A trio of Rice University MBA students in Houston, Texas, recently completed a unique three-month project – dubbed Bring to Life – with Sasol International Chemicals’ Customer Fulfillment team, designed to evaluate the logistics cost model in SAP. Through Sasol, Rice University students, Sanober Hussain, Daniel DeRuiter and Emil Binney experienced real-world industry challenges and rewards first-hand.

The logistics cost components involved in delivering chemical intermediates to end customers are intricate. Expenses related to transportation, storage, and handling services, which are managed by contracted third-party logistics providers (3PLs), vary based on specific product attributes. This complexity makes it challenging to manage and optimize costs effectively.

To tackle this management challenge, the Customer Fulfillment team recognized the necessity for a comprehensive analytical model capable of pinpointing the total cost of ownership for logistics. The model was developed to capture and report logistics costs at a detailed level, offering the logistics operations team greater visibility for making cost-efficient decisions and allocating expenses at the sales order level. Additionally, it enhances integration with 3PLs by regularly receiving contracted freight costs. Since its inception, the tool has demonstrated its effectiveness by accurately streamlining cost tracking and allocation across various logistics departments.

“The logistics cost model has great potential and should have broader impact on optimizing operations and driving efficiency across the company,” said Sharendra Panday, senior manager of logistics in the U.S. “But we didn’t have the resources internally to study the issue.”

So, when Professor Todd Cimino, an operations management lecturer at the Jones Graduate School of Business at Rice, was seeking a hands-on project for students in the Supply Chain Studio segment of his class, Sasol was an ideal partner.

“These types of projects mean a lot to the students,” said Cimino. “They give students access to real-world problems they can solve and enable them to build skills you can’t get in a classroom.”

Collaborating with Cimino, Panday, and Keith Chow, Sasol customer enablement specialist based in Houston, the students conducted a comprehensive analysis comparing the model’s cost data with Sasol’s actual invoices.

After validating the model’s accuracy, the students engaged with stakeholders throughout Sasol to assess their perception of the tool. Their efforts led to a comprehensive plan designed to enhance the model’s utilization cross-functionally. Recommendations included establishing a pilot group for training and testing, relaunching the tool with targeted messaging for various stakeholder groups, collecting data on tool usage, and fostering continuous improvement through user feedback.

These types of projects mean a lot to the students. They give students access to real-world problems they can solve and enable them to build skills you can’t get in a classroom. –

Todd Cimino, Professor at Jones Graudate School of Business, Rice University

“Bring to Life was a mixture of data analysis, project management and change management,” said DeRuiter. “It was a great learning experience.”

The students especially enjoyed the opportunity to conduct stakeholder interviews across the company and talk with employees about their jobs.

“Everyone had a great perspective to share,” said Hussain. “It was clear that everyone is very interested in improving efficiency.”

The project ended in the first half of 2024 with a student presentation to their peers and educators. Among those in attendance were members of the executive leadership team.

“It was amazing to present to such a high-level group, and have such a good discussion,” said Binney. “I hope our project brings tangible financial benefits to Sasol.”

Chow said the students’ work has been helpful in determining next steps.

“Going forward, we plan to reintroduce the model to various functional groups within Sasol to improve awareness and adoption of the tool,” said Chow. “We also want to explore opportunities to integrate the model with other existing tools to enhance user experience.”

For Cimino, Bring to Life was the start of what he hopes is a long relationship.

“I hope this project underscores the developing relationship we have between Sasol International Chemicals and Rice Business,” said Cimino. “Both sides can benefit, but it takes commitment to make it work. This project was a great start.”

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Held in Secunda on 24 January, the awards are a highlight of the matric results season and reward Grade 12 top achievers with bursaries cash incentives and certificates of recognition, with a focus on who obtained distinctions in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and other non-STEM subjects.

The learners recognised in the Sasol Grade 12 Merit Awards are from schools in Govan Mbeki Local Municipality, Dipaleseng Local Municipality, Lekwa Municipality, Chief Albert Luthuli Municipality, Nkomazi Municipality and part of Mbombela Municipality.

A total of four bursaries were awarded to top achievers, with 73 top achievers receiving cash incentives. The funds go towards each recipient’s university registration fees.

A total of 313 learners in the Standerton Sub-District, eManzana and Ehlanzeni fenceline schools received a cash award per distinction for achieving a minimum of 3 distinctions in identified subject.

“As part of Sasol’s education strategy, we will continue to support STEM education from Grade R to 12 to prepare our learners for the future world of work and increase the pool of learners with subjects relevant for scarce skills,” said Khumbulani Cele, Senior Vice President Secunda Operations.

Top performers

The Overall Top Achiever Award for Gert Sibande and Ehlanzeni Region was scooped by Safiy’Yah Patel from Highveld Muslim School, in Kinross.

The Overall Best Performing School in Quintile 4-5 category in Mathematics went to Hoërskool Standerton, while Phumula Secondary School in Nkomazi received the Most Improved school award in Quintile 1-3 category.

The Overall Best Performing school in Sasol fenceline school was scooped by Komatipoort Academy and Khuzulwandle Secondary School from Elukwatini from Chief Albert Luthuli Municipality, in Mpumalanga.

The awards are just another way that Sasol demonstrates its commitment to actively driving education initiatives in South Africa.

Education support

Recognising and celebrating excellent performance in education is part of Sasol’s ongoing efforts that demonstrate the company’s firm belief that education is a fundamental input to transforming society.

Sasol’s inclusive education initiatives are driven by a need to see meaningful change in society and contribute to our youth enabling them to have a socio-economically sustainable future.

In Mpumalanga, Sasol also supports the Gert Sibande District’s programme which is a special intervention for learners who are underperforming in Mathematics and Science.

To honour the role played by educators in ensuring excellent results, six best-performing subject teachers and nine best-performing schools were also recognised. 

The Sasol Grade 12 Merit Awards are a collaboration between Sasol, the Department of Basic Education, and this year’s supporting sponsors such as: MegChem, Osizweni Science Centre, Proconics, ROMPCO, eMbalenhle Girls,Sapphire, PDPS, Pinky Phosa Foundation, Digby Wells Environmental Consulting, Paradigm Shift Holdings, Thasasa, Sapphire, Phakama Advertising, Minhel and Hydra Arc.

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Nearly 140 Sasol volunteers, including Lake Charles employees and retirees, bring our products to life!

Nearly 140 employees introduced 2,300 students to the chemistry behind Sasol’s products at the 2024 Chem Expo.

For over 20 years, middle school students in the Lake Charles, Louisiana area have had the opportunity to engage with science through the annual Chem Expo, organized by the Lake Area Industry Alliance (LAIA).

This industry-led event showcases scientific experiments and educates students about the chemical products manufactured in their community. Thanks to the 140 employees and retirees dedicating their time to volunteer, Sasol marked the 2024 Chem Expo its largest volunteer initiative to date.

At this year’s Chem Expo, Sasol employees demonstrate the production and application of surfactants, emphasizing their vital role in everyday life. This initiative enables Sasol’s commitment to creating a culture that people want to be a part of, unlocking value through creativity and innovation. By enhancing awareness of the chemical industry’s impact, Sasol aims to inspire early interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), nurturing the next generation of innovators.

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2023 | Chem Expo Volunteers

More than 100 employees donate their time at the Chem Expo to spark an interest in science and engineering as volunteers.

Inspiring the next generation of engineers and scientists is one of the many ways that Sasol’s Lake Charles operations gives back to the community.

The annual Chem Expo in Southwest Louisiana is a major component of that effort. Each year, 2,000 seventh-grade students from schools in nearby Calcasieu and Cameron parishes attend the event to see first-hand how mastering science, technology, math and engineering (STEM) can be fun – and lead to a rewarding career.

At the 2023 Chem Expo, 120 employees volunteered to help introduce students to the science behind Sasol’s products. It was the company’s largest volunteer event ever.

The volunteers’ focus was demonstrating how surfactants are produced and used and the importance they have in modern living, from personal care to household cleaners. The goal was to raise awareness of industry’s role in the students’ everyday lives and spark an interest in STEM at an early age.

For more than 20 years, Lake Charles, Louisiana-area middle school students have witnessed science in action through the annual Chem Expo, organized by Lake Area Industry Alliance (LAIA).

Chem Expo is an industry-led, science experiment showcase with a focus on educating local students on the ingredients made in their local communities and the consumer products they enable.  Sasol was one of the original founders of Chem Expo.

Chemicals are a billion-dollar industry in Southwest Louisiana, offering unlimited workplace opportunities. In total, more than 12,000 local residents are employed by the industry.

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These awards exemplify Sasol’s unwavering commitment to inclusivity and care for all individuals, irrespective of their roles or positions within the organisation.

The evaluation criteria consist of two main components:

OME performance and
Academy performance, both assessed by the designated programme Learning Practitioner.

Production Academy Winners

The top CPO learners from each Operating Model Entity (OME) and the top 3 Chemical Operations (NQF) learners were acknowledged and rewarded for their exceptional performance and contributions during the 2023/2024 learnership cycle.

Maintenance Academy Winners

The top 3 Maintenance learners for each trade were acknowledged and rewarded for their exceptional performance and contributions during the 2023/2024 learnership cycle.

Maintenance Academy (FDT) Winners

The top 3 Maintenance (FDT) learners for each trade were acknowledged and rewarded for their exceptional performance and contributions during the 2023/2024 learnership cycle.

Mining Academy Winners

The top 3 Millwrights at Mining were acknowledged and rewarded for their exceptional performance and contributions during the 2023/2024 learnership cycle.

Safety Award Winners

The top Academy and outstanding learners were recognised for their exceptional commitment to Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) excellence during the 2023/2024 learnership cycle, celebrating their dedication and positive contributions to a safe learning environment.

View the winners in the video below.

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