One of the more difficult leadership moments is for you to master the process of communicating distressing news. Regardless if the news is about a business restructuring; informing of tragedy, or taking a principled standpoint on behalf of your company – this type of speech requires diplomacy and structure. DINESHRIE PILLAY CA(SA) Business Owner and…
DetailsISQM 11, ISQM2 2 and ISA 220 (Revised)3 come into effect on 15 December 2022. These standards are expected to have a significant impact on all firms that perform engagements in accordance with the IAASB standards. The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), in collaboration with the Pan African Federation of Accountants (PAFA) and…
DetailsI could not wait for the launch of the latest Samsung S23 series because of the competition in the high-end smartphones and considering that South African consumers have been going through some tough economic times with prices of basic necessities increasing every day. So my question was basically why would one go for the latest…
DetailsPolani Sokombela was appointed chief financial officer (CFO) at the Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) in March 2022. A seasoned CA(SA), he has worked his way up through the AGSA ranks since starting his career as a trainee accountant at the organisation in 2007. His impressive career highlights the success of the AGSA’s training and…
DetailsDigital transformation is an unescapable journey. Have you given enough consideration to the elements outside of technology before embarking on this journey? Frans Geldenhuys CA(SA) FCISA is one of the founding members of ALICE™ − an automated audit testing platform T Digital transformation is the process of using digital technologies to create new − or…
DetailsMotivated by the love of solving complex problems in his childhood, Jody Baumgarten, CFO of Wonga, has successfully built a thriving career in the fintech space. He speaks about business, trends, hobbies and mental wellness. Heading up a fast-paced Fintech company Jody currently leads as CFO for the dynamic fintech company Wonga, where he maintains…
DetailsImagine an entire film shot using a smartphone! Sir Ridley Scott is a well-known film director and producer who has received many accolades throughout his career. With the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, Scott used this smartphone to shoot a short film called Behold (visit the link to the right). I mention this…
DetailsMonique Verduyn asked Neil Morris, Global Head of Assurance and ESG Methodology at KPMG, what the increased pressure on organisations to integrate ESG in their strategies, manage ESG-related risks and report ESG matters means for the profession. Environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting is a rapidly growing field for chartered accountants. Investment funds with tens…
DetailsNational Treasury expects that more consumers will choose to enter into lay-by arrangements to acquire household goods. A recent amendment to the Income Tax Act will address the adverse tax consequences of lay-by agreements for the supplier of the goods. South African consumers have long been using lay-by agreements as a means of purchasing household…
DetailsDo you ever have to worry about who will feed your pet while you leave the house for shopping or dining out? The Xiaomi Smart Pet Food Feeder is the ideal companion for your pets when you aren’t home. It can automatically feed your pets when you aren’t around, making it great for short trips…
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