Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, reflecting significant progress in advancing its growth, governance, environmental stewardship, and societal leadership commitments. Covering the period from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025, the report details the company’s performance against key sustainability targets, verified through independent third party assurance.
Aligned with the global ISUZU Environmental Vision 2050, the report highlights IMSAf’s integrated approach to creating long-term value for stakeholders while addressing Africa’s unique social, economic, and environmental challenges.
“Sustainability is not an add-on; it is a core pillar of our business strategy, we have deployed clear sustainability objectives into our day-to-day operations, supported by rigorous and continuous monitoring of performance metrics,” said Billy Tom, President of Isuzu Motors South Africa. “We are proud of our achievements, but more importantly, we remain committed to pushing the boundaries of what sustainability means for our industry and the communities we serve.”
Key 2025 highlights:
Growth
Maintained the number one position in South Africa’s Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicle segments for the 12th consecutive year.
Expanded product innovation, including the launch of a locally manufactured Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) truck to reduce emissions.
Governance
Sustained level 1 B-BBEE contributor status for five years in a row.
Continued third party verification of sustainability data to ensure transparency and credibility.
Environment
Achieved zero waste to landfill in Isuzu Motors South Africa operations for the ninth consecutive year.
Recorded a 7.03% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions year-on-year, exceeding the ISUZU Environmental Vision 2050 mid term goal of 50% reduction by 2030.
Implemented advanced metering to improve water usage accuracy, supporting a cumulative 40% reduction in water consumption since 2018.
Societal Leadership
Continued investment in education and community development, including disaster relief projects in flood affected Eastern Cape communities using reusable packaging scrap material from manufacturing operations.
Created over 45 additional jobs through its circular economy waste management initiatives.
IMSAf’s sustainability journey is anchored in its commitment to responsible corporate citizenship, driving positive change across its value chain. The 2025 Sustainability Report reaffirms the company’s long-term vision to innovate for tomorrow while delivering measurable impact today. View the full report here: www.isuzu.co.za/sustainability
For media queries and interview requests please contact:
Asanda Fongqo, External Communications, Stakeholder Relations and PR Coordinator
Contact details: +27 64 863 2644 | asanda.fongqo@isuzu.co.za
Nandi Matomela, Senior Manager: Brand Strategy and Field Marketing
Phone: Phone: +27 11 806 4815 | nandi.matomela@isuzu.co.za
About Isuzu Motors South Africa
Isuzu Motors South Africa is a wholly owned subsidiary of Isuzu Motors Limited of Japan. Isuzu has had a presence in South Africa since 1964, when the first commercial vehicles entered the market, which was soon followed by the introduction of light commercial vehicles in 1972. The brand’s popularity grew and resulted in local production of light commercial vehicles in 1978. Today, ISUZU remains one of South Africa’s leading commercial vehicle brands and has become renowned for its durability and reliability. For more information on Isuzu products visit www.isuzu.co.za
