Investing where
prosperity can expand
Responsible investing is fundamental to long-term value creation. We back businesses that strengthen South Africa’s economic resilience, companies that create jobs, deepen capability, and expand access to essential services. Our approach is grounded in transparent, measured practices that support commercial performance while contributing to broader economic progress.
Goals
Outcomes that strengthen
South Africa’s economic foundation
Strong,
well-governed,
sustainable
businesses
We support companies in building robust governance, ethical leadership, and accountable operations – aligned with international standards, including IFC Performance Standards and the UN Guiding Principles on Business & Human Rights.
Diversity,
equity,
and inclusion
We encourage representation at ownership, leadership, and workforce levels, strengthening decision-making and organisational resilience.
Decent
work and
opportunity
We back businesses that create employment, develop skills, and support upward economic mobility, consistent with the International Labour Organisation Decent Work Principles.
These focus areas ensure that the value created supports employees, communities, and supply chains connected to each business.
Commitments
Aligned to global standards.
Grounded in local context.
Our responsible investing framework is aligned with leading international principles while remaining firmly rooted in South Africa’s socio-economic landscape.
We are committed to globally recognised responsible investment principles, including:
- UN Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI)
- 2X Alignment and Verification
- Operating Principles for Impact Management (OPIM)
- IFC Performance Standards and related EHS guidelines
- ILO conventions on decent work
- UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights
SDG focus
Focusing on goals most relevant to our portfolio
Our responsible investing approach aligns with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to:
These SDGs reflect areas where our portfolio companies are positioned to contribute meaningfully.
Diversity and inclusion
Representation that strengthens results
Infinite Partners is majority-female and majority black-owned.
This identity enriches our perspective, informs how we engage with management teams, and strengthens our understanding of the markets we invest in.
We support portfolio companies in advancing:
- Equity ownership
- Leadership diversity
- Workforce inclusion
- Transformation and skills development
Sustainability Report
Measured, reported, and delivered
Our annual Sustainability Report provides a transparent view of progress, challenges, and areas of focus.
We track and report on the outcomes of our investments, including:
- Job creation and employment quality
- Gender equity metrics
- Governance improvements
- Environmental considerations
- Contribution to sector development
- Alignment to selected SDGs
Highlights from our Sustainability Report 1
Social Impact (Employment & Inclusion)
supported
Black employees
for women
Leadership & Representation
across the portfolio
women employed
Black managers
women in leadership
Infrastructure & Community Impact
Governance & Sustainability Practices
leave policies
share ownership
representation
governance and
reporting structures
