The itel A90 and A06s have arrived in South Africa and are already proving to be popular among South Africans. Designed to deliver reliable performance, stylish design, and exceptional value, these new additions to itel’s lineup are built with the needs of budget-conscious consumers in mind. Whether they’re looking for smooth everyday functionality or an…
Section 12H of the Income Tax Act 58 of 1962 (the Act) provides a tax allowance to employers for ‘registered learnership agreements’. These agreements must − Be registered in terms of the Skills Development Act 1998, and Be entered into between an employer and a learner before 1 April 2027 This incentive is designed to…
Have you wondered how some folk are able to keep raising the bar in their personal and professional lives each year whilst making it look effortless? It is difficult enough to find time to breathe outside of the ever-busy accounting profession, so what is their secret? I am sure you have all seen many featured…
The recent Value-Added Tax (VAT) hike saga led to South Africa’s third budget attempt on 21 May 2025. After the February postponement and March tabling sparked court challenges and public backlash, the VAT hike was reversed. CAs have a vital role in promoting fair tax policies and fiscal responsibility. South Africa’s VAT saga reflects the…
We are all too familiar with the challenges facing South Africa. The widespread poverty. The unsustainable unemployment rate. The deepening skills crisis. And if education is one of the keys to solving these problems − and I firmly believe it is − then we must ask ourselves: ‘What are we doing to increase the number…
Exploring the promises, pitfalls, and ethical concerns of Artificial Intelligence in the modern world. SAICA’s webinar on ‘Policies, Laws and Regulations governing Artificial Intelligence’ delved into the frameworks designed to ensure the ethical, transparent, and responsible development and use of AI technologies and how to safeguard against risks like bias, discrimination, and misuse. Artificial Intelligence…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers significant benefits while simultaneously presenting complex legal and ethical challenges. At SAICA’s recent Audit Reform webinar on the policies, laws and regulations governing AI, experts discussed the risks of AI, including deepfake scams, AI-driven misinformation, and its influence on decision-making in healthcare, finance, and law enforcement. A central concern was the…
This article examines contemporary pedagogical strategies aimed at enhancing student engagement and improving learning outcomes in higher education. Through the integration of innovative, evidence-based teaching methods, it contributes to the growing body of research within the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL). In response to the shifting demands of 21st-century education, the analysis focuses on…
Picture yourself on a plane during take-off … Destination: Unknown. Would you board a plane without knowing the destination, duration, and whether there’s enough fuel to get there? Then, why do we so often want to do that with our lives? As Lewis Carroll said, ‘If you don’t know where you are going, any road…
Dynamic duo André Klopper and Calvin de Bruin have joined forces to pen a series of books that aim not only to simplify life for aspirant accountants about to complete their CA qualification; they’re also set on helping these people thrive in the workplace. It’s an ambitious goal – but André and Calvin are no…