African Sustainable Procurement Institute (ASPI)
Profile
The African Sustainable Procurement Institute (ASPI) is a pioneering initiative dedicated to advancing sustainable, ethical, and climate-aligned public and private sector procurement practices across the African continent.
Established by TaranisCo Advisory, a specialist consultancy in Supply Chain Management (SCM), ESG, and procurement, ASPI serves as a continental platform for thought leadership, policy advocacy, and multi-stakeholder collaboration aimed at transforming the procurement ecosystem.
ASPI’s mandate reflects the growing global recognition that public procurement, representing between 13% and 20% of GDP in many countries and contributes up to 15% of greenhouse-gas emissions.
It holds significant potential as a lever for climate action and sustainable development.
The Institute applauds the 35 nations that signed the landmark agreement at COP30 in Brazil, committing to accelerate climate action through the strategic use of public procurement systems.
Aims and Objectives
ASPI’s work is anchored in four core goals:
1. Promote Climate-Aligned Procurement Policies
Advocate for the adoption of green and sustainable procurement frameworks that reduce carbon emissions, waste, and environmental impacts.
2. Build Capacity Across Public Institutions
Support governments, state and private sector entities in aligning procurement systems with global sustainability standards, including the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
3. Facilitate Regional Knowledge Exchange
Provide platforms for sharing innovations, best practices, and policy insights across African countries and sectors.
4. Drive Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration
Unite government, business, academia, and civil society around a shared vision of sustainable procurement reform.
Activities and Forthcoming Initiatives
In 2026, ASPI will launch a series of regional forums aimed at engaging national, provincial/state, and local government stakeholders. These forums will explore policy readiness, auditing of capacity gaps, and opportunities for harmonizing sustainable procurement practices across Africa.
These engagements will culminate in the African Green Procurement Summit, a flagship continental gathering designed to elevate the conversation, showcase progress, and catalyse commitments toward adopting climate-smart procurement policies. The Summit will also create a space for cross-sector collaboration, knowledge generation, and partnership development.
Contact Us:
For further engagement on ASPI, contact Gerrit Davids, Lead Advisor at TaranisCo Advisory:
Mobile: +27 82 496 1657 or Email: gerrit@taranisco.co.za