Anglo American Foundation, South Africa

The Anglo American Foundation is one of the dedicated instruments through which Anglo American channels its corporate social investment (Social Investment) spend, and was named the top Social Investment grant-maker in South Africa for eight consecutive years.

The Foundation supports programmes that work to address the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals to bring about greater social and economic development in the communities Anglo American operate in.

The Foundation supports programmes aligned with the Group’s Sustainable Mining Plan, focusing on the areas of accountability and policy advocacy, health and well-being, education, livelihoods and biodiversity.

Accountability and Policy Advocacy: Our aim is to transform the relationship between mines, communities and the wider society by establishing multiple levels of open and accountable dialogue. Additionally, we work to promote strong and collaborative levels of engagement aimed at society’s wider goals.

Health & Well-Being: Our aim is to contribute to healthy lives and promote well-being for all (with a focus on women, youth and other vulnerable groups).

Education: For all children to have access to excellent education and training.

Livelihoods: Our aim is to foster shared and sustainable prosperity for all

Biodiversity : To protect eco-systems and promote biodiversity

For more information on the Foundation, its activities and FAQs, please refer to the Foundation’s website

You can view the Foundation’s Annual Report

Email us at AACF@tshikululu.org.za should you have queries.