Exxaro has been included in the Bloomberg 2021 Gender Equality Index (GEI) – a testament to Exxaro’s ongoing commitment to support gender equality across its business.

“The recognition of our gender equality efforts by being included in the Bloomberg GEI has reassured our diversity and inclusion and employment equity strategies in promoting transformation and empowering our employees,” said Dr Nombasa Tsengwa, CEO Designate of Exxaro.

The Bloomberg GEI tracks the performance of public companies committed to disclosing their efforts to supporting gender equality through policy development, representation, and transparency. As a result, the Index provides a framework to help businesses assess their progress on the journey to gender equality.

Exxaro is actively involved in numerous initiatives that focus on ensuring equal representation in the workplace, celebrating women in mining and standing against gender-based violence.

This year’s inclusion criteria was stricter than in previous years. Peter Grauer, Chairman of Bloomberg, praised companies on the final list: “These companies are committed to providing an inclusive work environment, supporting work-life balance and flexible work arrangements to retain a talented workforce and create a competitive advantage in this changing business environment.”