The IFRS technical team, the custodian and business partner within Discovery Group, aims to ensure that Discovery complies with IFRS Accounting Standards in accounting and reporting transactions. Giel Pieterse, who leads the team, says what he values about IFRS is its intention to bring transparency and accountability in business reporting GIEL PIETERSE CA(SA) Head: Group…
DetailsMichelle Coetzee, a 31-year-old CA(SA) with a master’s degree in Computer Auditing (cum laude), as well as being a PhD candidate and an award-winning CIMA lecturer, added another accolade to her professional accomplishments on 17 November 2023:1st Runner Up in the 2023 Supreme Queen Global Earth Africa competition When asked to describe herself, Michelle says:…
DetailsSeen as a maverick, Amir Ghandar is reshaping the contours of the profession with a blend of dedication, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. To him, a balance sheet is not just a financial statement but a canvas for transformation and impact. As a distinguished Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) and the reporting and assurance…
DetailsMark Stirton’s success in the world of finance was born out of a crucible of challenges during his adolescence. He is a visionary business leader with a strategic mindset whose journey is a testament to his resilience and determination to succeed in life − and he has done just that. As former Group CFO of…
DetailsA balance of Style, Class and Lifestyle The Huawei GT 4 Watch is made for all occasions and fits all your lifestyle needs. This is one of the latest premium watches on offer from Huawei. I had an opportunity to review the Huawei GT 4 Stainless Steel Strap and I was impressed with the way…
DetailsThe power of resilience, integrity, and transformative vision As we unveil the January 2024 issue of ASA, a first in our publication history, we’re not just breaking new ground with a special edition; we‘re honouring a transformative era under the leadership of Sithembiso Freeman Nomvalo. We celebrate a significant milestone in the history of SAICA…
DetailsHuawei’s first open-ear earbuds, the FreeClip, combine wireless audio and a chic design in a versatile device, that could easily be mistaken for jewellery. Now users can enjoy the comfort of open-ear listening and express their personal style at the same time. Thanks to the innovative C-bridge design, they fit snugly along the curvature of…
DetailsArtificial intelligence (AI) is here and is changing how we do things. For the entrepreneur, it can mean cutting down time spent on performing tasks like generating sales leads, marketing their businesses, and managing employees. The past few months have been interesting, as the world is being introduced to more artificial intelligence tools. With experiments…
DetailsWe are all familiar with the many accounting and auditing scandals in South Africa and across the world. Unfortunately, scandals are all too commonplace in the world of crypto − from international incidents like Mount Gox to local occurrences such as Mirror Trading International and, most recently, FTX. The numerous crypto scandals warrant a conversation…
DetailsThe AGSA’s Young Professional Award winners are on a quest to bring about change and transformation to the auditing and accounting profession by prioritising and enhancing accountability and transparency in everything that they do. These vibrantly skilled #cultureshifters are paving the way for the next generation of audit professionals through their unwavering commitment to insight…
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