In five months’ time, insurers with a December year-end will leave IFRS 4 behind and will enter the new world of IFRS 17.1 The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) issued IFRS 17 in May 2017, 20 years after the project on insurance contracts started. In June 2020, the IASB issued amendments to IFRS 17 to…
DetailsBe a difference maker In John C Maxwell’s book The Difference Maker, he asks what can make a difference in our lives today? How can two people with the same skills and abilities, and in the same situation, end up with two different outcomes? He says the difference maker is an attitude − your attitude…
DetailsBuilding trust and solving problems Everyone knows that financial expertise and operational know-how are vital for executives to manage profitable businesses. Still, nowadays a new set of skills is even more important, and recent research suggests that leaders with social skills and emotional intelligence are needed most. The study suggests that what is needed is…
DetailsIn January 2021 Kia revealed its new global brand slogan, which signifies the automaker’s bold transformation. The new image is not only visible in its new logo but also in the all-new design philosophy Before the launch of the new Sorento, Kia leaked pictures of the tail-lights, and they were nothing like we had seen…
DetailsIn 2021, Jowayne van Wyk CA(SA), a Top 35-under-35 finalist, founded Jowa’s Grill (better known as Jowa’s Spices and Sauces), which has now expanded to Jowa’s Coffee and Jowa’s Nutrition. Jowa’s Hailing from the small town of Sutherland, Jowayne’s dream has always been to create something unique. He adopted his trademark name, ‘Jowa,’ from his…
DetailsA selection of products that are perfect for making the most of winter, travelling and staying warm. Ready for snow Ladies, stay warm and cosy while looking good, no matter the weather. With the K-Way Women’s Mia Ski Jacket you will be ready for any weather this winter. It is also perfect for the ski…
DetailsThis winter is the perfect opportunity to break away for a few days and spend quality time in nature with your loved ones. There is nothing that relaxes and revives you like time spent in the bush, and to do it in the African bush is even more special. Studies have shown that spending time…
DetailsWhat do you do when your car starts driving a little sluggishly, your fuel consumption skyrockets, or your air con is not bringing the chill like it did a year ago? Do you dump your car at the nearest scrapyard and buy a new one? Kevin Phillips CA(SA) CEO of IDU Group Definitely not! You…
DetailsYour career is important. It’s what you spend most of your time doing, and it’s how you make money to support yourself and your loved ones. So, it’s crucial to get it right. Unfortunately, many people make avoidable mistakes that can cost them their careers. Usha Maharaj CA(SA) Executive and Leadership Development Coach; passionate about…
DetailsMonique Verduyn spoke to crypto expert Petri Basson, a CA(SA) who is building digital companies from the Cayman Islands, as well as developing a crypto data aggregation and normalisation business (Hash Data) to simplify digital asset management. Cryptocurrency is not just for young, tech-savvy millennials anymore. Governments, central banks and major enterprises can no longer…
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