Hunger is the leading cause of death in the world. It’s up to all of us to do our part to end it The Global Nutrition Report 2020 reveals that malnutrition in its various forms has become the leading cause of death and illnesses worldwide. Current estimates are that nearly one in nine people are…
An existing skills deficit has now become an urgent problem in search of a solution Lockdowns and the emergence of the work-from-home (WFH) model is exacerbating a competency problem in accounting and auditing. Before COVID-19 struck, it was already apparent that students taking the Initial Test of Competency given by the South African Institute of…
Our profession’s image has been tarnished by individuals guilty of gross misconduct, polluting public perception about accountants and our conduct. I believe their behaviour to stem from seeing various public figures guilty of same, arrogantly escaping the rule of law in our country Evolving the value proposition of accountants together Anton van Wyk CA(SA) and…
When dreams come true. ‘Given all the resources I need to pursue my goals, I will continue to work even harder and give each day my best,’ says Daniel Ndlovu Born and raised in Entumbane township, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, Daniel James Ndlovu completed his high school at Mpopoma High School in 2012. He enrolled at the…
The responsibility and scope of deliverables for business leaders have evolved from primarily achieving attractive financial returns to a broader perspective on value creation SHILUBA MAWELA CA(SA) Managing Partner: Tshiamo Impact Partners – an impact advisory and impact fund management firm Globally, there has been a shift towards greater accountability on businesses to address pressing…
The world has gone crazy. Athletes were kicked out of countries due to their views, Bitcoin cruised then crashed, the US faced its highest inflation in decades, and stocks rose; we are locked up, let out and locked up again TRAMAYNE MONAGHAN CA(SA) tramayne.co.za & author of Shepherd and the Beast The difference between those…
The 2021 Dalbar study showed investor biases about doubled in costs to 2,11%. COVID-19 created extreme volatility − one of the greatest market crashes followed by one of the greatest bull runs. Recency biases grew to 58% from 35% (2020) and confirmation biases doubled to 50%! MIKE LLEDO CA(SA) Independent Financial Services Consultant The Investments…
The COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown have changed our lives and the way we do things for good. Leaders had to deal with and become more aware of multiple different aspects since the pandemic started: Working from home. More flexibility. Communication through online platforms. Less control. More trust. New opportunities. Employee health and wellbeing. Financial strain.…
Hunger is the leading cause of death in the world. It’s up to all of us to do our part to end it The Global Nutrition Report 2020 reveals that malnutrition in its various forms has become the leading cause of death and illnesses worldwide. Current estimates are that nearly one in nine people are…
The good ‘flipping’ mobile phones days are back and the best news is that with Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G, they are smart, compact and with faster connection. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G is made of Samsung ultra-thin glass, which Samsung claims that it is their biggest leap in foldable display technology. With…