"Having a sustainability ethos and culture ingrained inside your business will ensure that it is future-proofed in a remarkable way. But it requires a certain intentionality - that includes the CEO setting an agenda, getting the buy-in of the Board and all leadership levels and ensuring that the organization is moving and speaking in one voice."

In this interview, Bolaji Balogun emphasizes that CEOs must set the agenda for sustainability, integrating it into business culture to ensure long-term success. Balogun highlights the intentional approach that his firm has taken to credible action on gender equality by setting a minimum 40% female leadership target. He advocates for a broader understanding and investment in Africa, stressing the continent's untapped potential, especially in digital innovation and entrepreneurship. Lastly, Balogun touches on the importance of partnerships between the public and private sectors for achieving the SDGs, underscoring Africa's critical role in the global future.