- The Business shall demonstrate how it contributes positively to the sustainable development of local communities in which it operates. Businesses are encouraged to demonstrate their better practices by making positive social and developmental contributions above and beyond legal requirements.
- The Business is encouraged to demonstrate a commitment to the management of social responsibility policies and programmes that support fair working and dignified living conditions within the local community in which it operates.
- The Business shall adopt measures to ensure the responsible production, distribution and consumption of alcohol. Measures are also to be put in place to curb the effect of alcohol and other harmful substances. The development of practices on alcohol harms reduction shall be implemented so that the Business and supply chain can positively impact the well-being of its workers, their families and the broader community.
References
South African Legislation
- The South African Constitution
- The South African Bill of Rights
International Reference
UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, 2011
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (A/RES/61/295)