Old Mutual Making Partnerships Work!
Old Mutual once again proved that it is a partner like no other with the launch of the inaugural Old Mutual Partnership Awards recently.
An initiative out of our Corporate Affairs division in Stakeholder Relations, the objective of the awards is to recognise the partnerships forged between Old Mutual and its key stakeholders as well as to acknowledge the impactful work jointly undertaken that has a positive impact on the economy and society.
According to Mandisa Mathobela, Head of Stakeholder Relations at Old Mutual, the importance of partnerships cannot be overstated in the least. “Across our business, we work daily with a range of stakeholders to create shared value and drive projects and programmes that have a real impact in communities everywhere. We want to say a huge thanks to all of our partners who continue to show passion and dedication in coming together to make a difference. Old Mutual is proud to continue working with each one of these partners towards helping customers, communities and all of our stakeholders achieve their lifetime goals!”
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) was named overall Old Mutual South Africa Partner of the Year. This award recognises the stakeholder from amongst the other category winners who demonstrates replicable ingenuity and a commitment to working together to achieving meaningful impact. Together with Old Mutual’ support, the SANDF is doing amazing work in supporting military families of deployed soldiers who form part of the world’s largest peace support and peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
“Having been in business for almost 175 years, one of the simple truths we have come to accept is that as vast as our business may be, we do not have all the answers to the challenges our communities face. In fact, we have learnt that part of working towards impactful solutions requires open minded and collaborative approaches. We have learnt that the power of diversity is in inclusion and the significance of difference is in unity, “concludes Mandisa.
The full list of winners from Old Mutual’ s Inaugural Partnership Awards includes:
* Personal Finance Partner of the Year
Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries – In partnership with Old Mutual, the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries advances the development of female farmers, recognisisng the invaluable role played by women in contributing toward food security, job creation, economic growth and poverty alleviation in the sector.
* Mass Foundation Cluster Partner of the Year
E-LEARN SA – In partnership with Old Mutual, E-Learn SA has developed a unique digital training platform reaching 1.8 million members of COSATU in the Western Cape for the delivery of financial education and member communication.
* Industry Body Partner of the Year
The National Business Initiative – The National Business Initiative who in partnership with Old Mutual is working towards driving sustainable growth and development initiatives at scale, while shaping the local responsible business action narrative in South Africa.
* Corporate Social Investment Partner of the year
Partners for Possibility – Old Mutual business volunteers in partnership with Partners for Possibility are working together as part of an internationally recognized initiative designed to equip school principals to lead change in the provision of quality education in South Africa.
* Public Sector Partner of the Year
South African National Defence Force – In partnership with Old Mutual, the SANDF supports military families for deployed soldiers who form part of the world’s largest peace support and peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
* Small to Medium Enterprise Partner of the Year
Bamboo Innovations Africa – Funded by Masisizane Fund, Bamboo Innovations Africa, focusses primarily on the closed circuit hydroponic production of iceberg lettuce in the Klupmuts farming area in the Western Cape. The business has created 14 permanent jobs and at full production, produces 66,000 heads of lettuce per month.
* Strategic Initiatives Partner of the Year
New Leaders Foundation – In partnership with the Old Mutual Education Flagship, the New Leaders Foundation aims to improve teacher and learner performance by improving the support and development provided to schools by District and Circuit offices across 8 provinces covering 22 000 schools.
