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Sovereign Wealth Fund of Zimbabwe Act
10/2013
(b) GAPP 19.2 Sub-principle The management of an SWF’s assets should be consistent with what is
generally accepted as sound asset management principles.
GAPP 20
20. The SWF should not seek or take advantage of privileged information or inappropriate influence by the
broader government in competing with private entities.
GAPP 21
21. SWFs view shareholder ownership rights as a fundamental element of their equity investments' value. If
an SWF chooses to exercise its ownership rights, it should do so in a manner that is consistent with its investment
policy and protects the financial value of its investments. The SWF should publicly disclose its general approach
to voting securities of listed entities, including the key factors guiding its exercise of ownership rights.
GAPP 22
22. The SWF should have a framework that identifies, assesses, and manages the risks of its operations.
(a) GAPP 22.1 Sub-principle The risk management framework should include reliable information and
timely reporting systems, which should enable the adequate monitoring and management of relevant
risks within acceptable parameters and levels, control and incentive mechanisms, codes of conduct,
business continuity planning, and an independent audit function.
(b) GAPP 22.2 Sub-principle The general approach to the SWF’s risk management framework should
be publicly disclosed.
GAPP 23
23. The assets and investment performance (absolute and relative to benchmarks, if any) of the SWF should
be measured and reported to the owner according to clearly defined principles or standards.
GAPP 24
24. A process of regular review of the implementation of the GAPP should be engaged in by or on behalf of
the SWF.
Interpretation
25. In this Schedule―
“GAPP” means Generally Accepted Principles and Practices;
“SWF” means Sovereign Wealth Fund.
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