Since 2016, several South African institutions have made public commitments to divestments from fossil fuels. But fossil fuel divestment, particularly in South Africa, is not a simple or quick process.

We will in future be publishing occasional public status reports on divestment in SA, using the information provided here in combination with other publicly accessible reports and information.

We hope that reflecting honestly both on the obstacles to divestment and the progress that has been made so far can help other institutions; lead to greater collaboration and leadership inspiring a more ethical financial services sector in South Africa; and advance climate justice for all South Africans.

The global database of institutions that have divested or attempted to divest can be found here.