The first Code for Responsible Investing in South Africa (CRISA) was launched in 2011 to encourage institutional investors and service providers to integrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues into their investment decisions. Since 2011, the world has seen significant advancements in the regulatory and governance context as it relates to responsible investment and stewardship.

CRISA 2, launched by the CRISA Committee in September 2022, builds on the first CRISA Code (2011) and contains five voluntary principles for stewardship and responsible investment as a key component of the South African governance framework.

The primary objective of CRISA 2 and its principles is to affirm CRISA as a key component of the governance framework for South Africa.

CRISA 2 is endorsed by ASISA, Batseta, FSCA, GEPF and IoDSA.