In an effort to assess South Africa’s global reputation in various key areas, Brand South Africa conducted extensive research on the perceptions that other countries have on South Africa. A total of 17 countries were surveyed with over 9800 respondents and focused on brand audiences related to tourism, investment, talent, exports and general reputation. Brand…
Prior preparation needs to be done for the replacement of for instance a CEO in family firms. The role of advisors is important as they help with the transition of leadership between the current-generation leaders and their successors. Advisors help family-owned businesses establish their leadership skills. This process is relatively long if the successors want…
This ambitious South African legislation was introduced in 2022 by Environmental Affairs Minister Barbara Creecy. Following extensive public consultation and passed by the National Assembly in October 2023, the adopted version of the Bill is now under consideration by the National Council of Provinces, one step towards being signed into law by President Ramaphosa. The…
Family businesses perform better than other companies because they are managed in a more informal way. Managers more often make decisions based on experience and intuition. As a result, family-owned companies fare better financially and innovatively. According to research, the sometimes-portrayed image that family businesses are unprofessionally managed is incorrect. Better performance According to the…
Ethereum, initially proposed in 2013 by Vitalik Buterin, is a decentralised, open-source blockchain. It first went live in July 2015. How Ethereum works Ethereum’s foundations are its blockchain and the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), which operate atop a proof-of-stake (PoS) consensus mechanism. The use cases of Ethereum Internet money − Ethereum’s native currency, ETH, is…
Early in one’s career it’s useful, and perhaps necessary, to say yes more than no to additional work requests. It helps us gain valuable experience and build our reputation within the workplace. But understanding when to say no and why is crucial. There are different stages to our careers and each requires different approaches. Understanding…
Picture yourself at a family gathering. You are about to tuck into your delicious meal when suddenly an uncle approaches and asks you for tax advice because he heard that you are a CA(SA). I’m sure we have all experienced that at some point. As flattering as that is, what does it signify? To me,…
As Africa commemorates Africa Day on 25 May, gender equity rankings on the continent prompt reflections on the strides made and the challenges that persist in fostering gender equality and equity across the continent. The value of African perspectives in addressing African challenges The lack of emphasis on gender equity in the manifestos of South…
Rhangani Mbhalati, a charismatic leader and founder of Chapu Chartered Accountants, shares his story from humble beginnings to building a thriving company that now operates in five provinces. EARLY YEARS AND EDUCATIONAL PURSUITS Rhangani grew up in Burgersdorp, a village outside Tzaneen in Limpopo.He only became aware of the CA designation while in Grade 11…
Matsilele Promise CA(SA) started her career journey in 2018 at KPMG Polokwane as a trainee. She then moved on to become an associate at PwC where she completed her training contract and worked as an audit manager. Matsilele’s journey took a spicy turn when she joined Nando’s South Africa as a financial accountant. She is…