Head of Public Affairs (SA) | Head of Nutrition & Regulatory Affairs (SSA) | Registered Dietitian | MSc Nutrition (NWU)
It’s an inspiring time when businesses are not only acknowledging their role in driving social and environmental progress—but actively proving it. Ambition and output for impact is most powerful when it’s measurable. That’s where B Lab Africa steps in: offering independent, credible assessments of companies striving to be a force for good. DANONE SOUTHERN AFRICA is the first multinational to achieve B Corp Certification in South Africa—led by Gisela Maritz and supported by our passionate cross-functional team. With B Corp Certification, companies don’t just talk about impact—they prove it. B Corp is now the fastest-growing sustainability certification in Africa. We’re calling on other organisations to join the movement and help shape a better future!
Danone was proud to participate in the B Lab Africa Summit 2025, focused on Inclusive Growth in Africa. Our Head of Corporate Affairs, Leanne Kiezer, joined a panel on Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security, sharing insights on the role of businesses in supporting sustainable and resilient food systems. As a newly certified B Corp at Danone Southern Africa, attending the summit felt particularly special - giving us yet another opportunity to engage in impactful conversations and commitments alongside other purpose-led organisations. Watch the video below to see more on how our day unfolded. A special thank you to B Lab Africa CEO Lucy Muigai & Animarem CEO Tom Fels for sharing your insightful thoughts for the video And lastly, to learn more about our Danone B Corp Journey, download our newly launched B Corp Impact Report from our website: B Corp Impact Report Download Link ⬇️ - https://lnkd.in/dGEm_jwn
