Africa Regional Communication on Progress (CoP) Webinar

Date: 30 June 2026

Time: 14:00 – 15:00 WAT

Online: Zoom

Sustainability reporting is a core expectation for businesses dedicated to responsible practices and creating long-term value. As stakeholders look for greater transparency, integrity, and measurable impact, companies require globally recognized frameworks to guide their disclosure. The United Nations Global Compact provides a credible platform through its reimagined Communication on Progress (CoP), a standardized reporting mechanism that enables participating companies to demonstrate their performance on the Ten Principles and their contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals.

To support businesses across Africa in meeting their reporting obligations with confidence, the UN Global Compact Africa Regional Hub is hosting a practical webinar. This session will clarify the updated CoP process, outline key timelines, and provide a dedicated space for participants to address technical and operational questions.

Key Objectives

The webinar is designed to help participants:

• Understand the value proposition of the UN Global Compact for businesses operating across the African continent.
• Gain insight into the reimagined Communication on Progress reporting framework.
• Master the specific requirements, timelines, and digital tools necessary for a successful submission.

Who Should Attend

This session is tailored for:

• Current UN Global Compact participating companies based in Africa.
• Sustainability officers and corporate compliance teams.
• Executives and managers overseeing corporate governance and ESG reporting

Agenda

• 14:00 – 14:05 | Opening Remarks
• Welcome address by the Head of the Africa Regional Hub.
• 14:05 – 14:35 | Communication on Progress (CoP) Presentation
• An in-depth look at the purpose of the CoP, an overview of the digital reporting platform, guidance on navigating the questionnaire, key deadlines, and practical tips for transparent reporting.
• 14:35 – 15:00 | Q&A and Open Discussion
• An interactive segment for participants to seek clarification, share experiences, and address specific reporting concerns.

Expected Outcomes

By the conclusion of the webinar, attendees will have a clear understanding of how the UN Global Compact advances corporate sustainability. Participants will leave with the capacity to complete and submit their annual CoP, while understanding how robust sustainability reporting strengthens business resilience, corporate reputation, and market competitiveness.