Feature: SAICA AND UJ as leaders in transformation

In post-apartheid South Africa, transformation has largely remained an elusive concept. Yet, the accounting sector has emerged as an outlier – with the University of Johannesburg (UJ) leading the charge. Here, transformation refers to the deliberate and comprehensive process of addressing the historical imbalances, injustices, and inequalities that were entrenched during apartheid. Transformation continues to…

Focus: Integrity is the profession’s foundational value – Emma Mashilwane CA(SA)

Emma Mashilwane CA(SA), RA, MBA is the co-founder (majority shareholder) and CEO of MASA Auditors which provides internal audits, external audits, IT audits and advisory services. MASA Auditors comprises MASA Risk Advisory Services Pty Ltd (MASA Risk) and MASA Chartered Accountants Incorporated. Both entities are accredited training offices for SAICA (MASA Risk is for the…

Cover Story: Women’s Month – Fighting for youth’s future – Kasthuri Soni CA(SA)

Here’s a shocking statistic: around 46% of South Africa’s youth are unemployed. That’s not only an economic disaster; it’s a social one, too – which is why Kasthuri Soni, CEO of Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator, is determined to help find solutions; a goal her organisation is achieving by working with an ecosystem of other change…