ESG & Business Ethics

At CM Advocates LLP, we recognize that strong governance, responsible business conduct, and sustainability are no longer optional—they are essential for growth, compliance, and stakeholder trust. Our ESG & Business Ethics Practice is dedicated to helping organizations integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into their operations while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and accountability.

We provide comprehensive support to ensure that organizations meet both local and international expectations. This includes designing and embedding governance frameworks that align with ESG principles, as well as advising boards and management teams on oversight, accountability, and ethical leadership. We also guide clients through complex regulatory and compliance matters, ensuring alignment with Kenyan laws, sector-specific requirements, and global ESG standards such as the Mwongozo Code of Governance, POCAMLA, and emerging ESG disclosure obligations.

Our practice further supports businesses in ESG reporting and disclosure by aligning sustainability reports with international frameworks, including the GRI Standards, SASB, TCFD, and IFRS Sustainability Standards. We emphasize transparency and accountability, enabling organizations to meet the expectations of both investors and stakeholders. Beyond compliance, we help companies foster ethical cultures by developing codes of ethics, anti-bribery and anti-corruption policies, and establishing whistleblowing frameworks, ethics audits, and compliance training.

Sustainability and risk management are at the heart of our approach. We work with clients to embed ESG risk considerations into their overall business strategies, advising on climate risk, human rights due diligence, supply chain compliance, and responsible investment. To ensure long-term impact, we also provide tailored capacity-building programs and training sessions, equipping boards, executives, and compliance teams with the knowledge and skills needed to manage ESG and business ethics obligations effectively.