If you’ve ever felt that rush of panic as the clock winds down and half of your accounting paper is still incomplete, you’re not alone. Managing time during accounting exams is a challenge many students face, me included. Accounting isn’t just about understanding concepts − it’s about fast thinking and efficient writing. The complexity of…
As South Africa celebrates the 2024 matric pass rate, which reached an unprecedented 87,3%, up from 82,9% in 2023, SAICA is equally excited about future education opportunities, especially regarding mathematics. In January the country heard that over 615 000 learners successfully passed their National Senior Certificate (NS successfully passed their National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams…
Today we know that wellness is often linked to healthy eating and exercise, but in reality it goes far beyond that: it involves integrating work and personal life to promote growth in multiple areas. At the core of what it examines is how to empower individuals to develop both professionally and personally. Of course this…
The entrepreneurial landscape is undergoing remarkable transformations that are making business ownership more accessible than ever before. The democratisation of entrepreneurship has never been more evident. Digital transformation and remote work capabilities have dismantled geographical constraints, allowing aspiring business owners from all backgrounds to participate in the global marketplace. This shift is particularly significant for…
The evolution of payment methods reflects and facilitates the development of human commerce, culture, and technology. From ancient bartering systems to modern digital transactions, the way people exchange value has undergone significant transformations. Today, digital wallets are emerging as a pivotal force in reshaping the landscape of global commerce, heralding a new era of convenience…
According to the 2024 Mental State of the World Report,1 South Africa ranks a shocking 69th out of 71 countries. We are also reported as having ‘the greatest percentage of distressed or struggling respondents, at 34−35%’. But Jaco Oosthuizen, co-founder and MD of YuLife SA, has eight practical tips that will help you to be…
Their determination to find a solution to South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis has seen Yeshikah Appavoo and Thashania Perumal recognised at SAICA’s Student Leadership Summit Awards. Youth unemployment in South Africa stands at an alarming 45,5%, sparking a crisis that threatens the country’s stability both economically and politically. While the problem has many roots, Yeshikah…
Returning from Istanbul to South Africa in the wake of the Covid-19 lockdown, Ayesha Ebrahim CA(SA) found herself seeking a meaningful way to connect with nature and explore a new hobby. Ayesha’s time in Istanbul, where she undertook Arabic and Islamic studies, had left her with a deep curiosity about bees and honey as mentioned…
At 60, Miranda Reeder CA(SA), the founder of NetDécor, exudes a passion for life and business. Recently, she returned from a celebratory trip to Zanzibar with her husband marking a milestone birthday of a close friend. Reflecting on her dynamic career, Miranda’s journey − from a young chartered accountant in the early 1990s to a…
It’s generally accepted that any dream worth fighting for will involve sacrifice. There will be difficult moments and times when the dream seems infinitely unattainable. Many will stumble after the first obstacle; only a very determined few will doggedly keep on. Madoda Mkhabela, an assistant audit manager at the Auditor-General South Africa (AGSA), fits firmly…