SECTION A: APPLICATION QUESTIONS
The following questions are based on Shoprite's integrated annual report (IAR) of
2022. You need to download the report to answer the questions.
To download the integrated report, go to
https://www.shopriteholdings.co.za/content/dam/shp/docs/shp-ir-2022.pdf.
Instructions
Download and save the IAR on your desktop or in a folder, so that you can access it easily.
Once you have saved the IAR, open the report and answer the questions.
Each question refers to a heading and a page number. Page numbers refer to the page
number as indicated on the IAR (top right). You do NOT have to read the entire report; only
refer to the sections as specified. The question will be based on the section and page
indicated and ONLY answers from that passage (section) will be considered correct.
We advise that you work with the electronic version of the integrated report, as it is a
lengthy document to print. Work on a laptop or computer, so that you can easily open and
navigate between two windows/browsers.
, Question 1
Refer to page 5 of Shoprite's IAR. To which Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) is
Shoprite contributing with its initiatives when referring to the following sections?
1.1 "Our contribution to communities"
1.2 "Our environmental stewardship"
1.1 "Our contribution to communities":
SDG 1: No Poverty: Initiatives like donating surplus food, providing hot meals, and
supporting vulnerable communities contribute to reducing poverty.
SDG 2: Zero Hunger: Providing meals through Mobile Soup Kitchens and supporting
early childhood development centers helps combat hunger.
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being: By supporting communities during disasters
and facilitating social relief grant payments, Shoprite enhances the well-being of those
in need.
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth: Investments in the employment,
training, and development of unemployed youth through initiatives like YES4Youth and
Retail Readiness contribute to economic growth and job creation.
SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities: Supporting government grants and providing training
and employment opportunities for vulnerable groups help reduce inequalities.
1.2 "Our environmental stewardship":
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy: Consuming renewable electricity and
significantly increasing renewable energy consumption contribute to affordable and
clean energy.
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production: Recycling initiatives, such as
collecting tonnes of cardboard and diverting plastic waste from landfills, promote
responsible consumption and production.
SDG 13: Climate Action: Saving tonnes of carbon emissions through renewable
energy consumption supports efforts to combat climate change.
SDG 15: Life on Land: Reducing waste and promoting recycling help preserve land
ecosystems and prevent environmental degradation.
The following questions are based on Shoprite's integrated annual report (IAR) of
2022. You need to download the report to answer the questions.
To download the integrated report, go to
https://www.shopriteholdings.co.za/content/dam/shp/docs/shp-ir-2022.pdf.
Instructions
Download and save the IAR on your desktop or in a folder, so that you can access it easily.
Once you have saved the IAR, open the report and answer the questions.
Each question refers to a heading and a page number. Page numbers refer to the page
number as indicated on the IAR (top right). You do NOT have to read the entire report; only
refer to the sections as specified. The question will be based on the section and page
indicated and ONLY answers from that passage (section) will be considered correct.
We advise that you work with the electronic version of the integrated report, as it is a
lengthy document to print. Work on a laptop or computer, so that you can easily open and
navigate between two windows/browsers.
, Question 1
Refer to page 5 of Shoprite's IAR. To which Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) is
Shoprite contributing with its initiatives when referring to the following sections?
1.1 "Our contribution to communities"
1.2 "Our environmental stewardship"
1.1 "Our contribution to communities":
SDG 1: No Poverty: Initiatives like donating surplus food, providing hot meals, and
supporting vulnerable communities contribute to reducing poverty.
SDG 2: Zero Hunger: Providing meals through Mobile Soup Kitchens and supporting
early childhood development centers helps combat hunger.
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being: By supporting communities during disasters
and facilitating social relief grant payments, Shoprite enhances the well-being of those
in need.
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth: Investments in the employment,
training, and development of unemployed youth through initiatives like YES4Youth and
Retail Readiness contribute to economic growth and job creation.
SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities: Supporting government grants and providing training
and employment opportunities for vulnerable groups help reduce inequalities.
1.2 "Our environmental stewardship":
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy: Consuming renewable electricity and
significantly increasing renewable energy consumption contribute to affordable and
clean energy.
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production: Recycling initiatives, such as
collecting tonnes of cardboard and diverting plastic waste from landfills, promote
responsible consumption and production.
SDG 13: Climate Action: Saving tonnes of carbon emissions through renewable
energy consumption supports efforts to combat climate change.
SDG 15: Life on Land: Reducing waste and promoting recycling help preserve land
ecosystems and prevent environmental degradation.
