CFES AFRICA
Environmental Sustainability
Welcome to CFES Africa
Building a Sustainable Africa
Through research, certification, and advocacy—we empower governments, businesses, and communities to drive Africa's environmental transformation.
Our Global Impact
Transforming Africa's Sustainability Landscape
50+
Countries Reached
1000+
Organisations Certified
500M+
Environmental Impact Lives
100+
Research Papers Published
What We Do
Comprehensive Sustainability Solutions
Environmental Impact Analysis
Comprehensive assessments of environmental effects across industries to identify improvement areas and promote best practices.
ESG Reporting & Ranking
Data-driven annual reports and industry rankings offering insights to guide sustainability leadership decisions.
Sustainability Certification
Trusted certification validating commitment to environmental, social, and governance standards of excellence.
Capacity Building
Workshops, training, and institutional support strengthening sustainability strategy implementation across organizations.
Advocacy & Outreach
Powerful campaigns and stakeholder dialogues driving environmental policy reforms and societal change.
Research & Policy
Independent research and policy briefs informing national sustainability policies with evidence-based insights.
About CFES
Leading Africa's Environmental Transformation
The Centre for Environmental Sustainability Africa (CFES) is a continental initiative dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability and responsible business practices across Africa.
We bridge the gap between policy, business, and people—ensuring that environmental sustainability becomes central to Africa's growth story.
Evidence-Based
Research-driven insights guiding sustainability decisions
Inclusive
Empowering governments, businesses, and communities alike
Transformative
Driving meaningful, lasting environmental change
Collaborative
Building partnerships across sectors and borders
Our Mission
To promote environmental sustainability and responsible business practices in Africa through research, certification, and advocacy.
Evidence-Based Research
Driving decisions with rigorous data and scientific insights
Rigorous Certification
Validating true sustainability commitment and practice
Powerful Advocacy
Influencing policy and driving systemic environmental change
Our Vision
A sustainable Africa where economic growth coexists harmoniously with environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
Key Objectives
- •Develop comprehensive ESG index measuring environmental impact across industries
- •Conduct industry-specific environmental impact analyses
- •Publish country-level ESG reports and industry rankings
- •Build institutional capacity for sustainable governance
Certification Programme
Four Tiers of Excellence
CFES recognizes and rewards organizations demonstrating excellence in sustainability performance.
Bronze
Foundational sustainability practices in place
Silver
Intermediate level with measurable improvements
Gold
Advanced performance and sustainability leadership
Platinum
Exemplary innovation and continuous excellence
The Certification Journey
Application
Self-Assessment
Document Review
On-Site Audit
Technical Review
Certification
Join the Movement
Be Part of Africa's Sustainability Future
Partner With Us
Collaborate on research, certification, and policy initiatives to drive sustainability.
Become a Member
Gain access to resources, training, and our growing network of sustainability leaders.
Volunteer
Support our programmes and community outreach activities across Africa.
Sponsor CFES Outreach
Inspire the next generation of environmental champions through education programmes.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Whether you're an organization seeking certification, a professional wanting to contribute, or a believer in Africa's sustainable future—there's a place for you at CFES.