Our societal impact

Societal purpose

Guided by the premise of The New Equation, which is to help clients and stakeholders build trust and deliver sustained outcomes, PwC Africa’s key focus is on ‘our humanity’ and how we can make a greater impact on the continent. At the heart of our humanity is Ubuntu, the African philosophy that emphasises the interconnectedness of all people and the importance of community, interdependence and working together.

For PwC Africa, ubuntu is brought to life through our societal purpose.

Our societal purpose is built on three pillars:

By harnessing our collective expertise and capabilities, we lead by example in driving positive change.

We partner with clients, using our insights and experience to help them navigate complex challenges and unlock sustainable growth opportunities.

We embrace our role as active citizens, channelling our resources into transformative corporate sustainability initiatives that uplift the communities around us.

Our societal purpose comprises intentional actions embedded in our culture—it is part of who we are as an organisation and guides our decisions and how we operate. We also inspire our clients and communities to do the same. Collectively, we can make a significant impact in driving positive change for now and for future generations. Our societal purpose is aligned to several of the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):