With the passing of Nelson Mandela, we all thought about the future that he dreamt about … where all South Africans are equal and work together to bring about security, peace and democracy in our country. He also dreamt of an Africa which is at peace with itself. He dreamt of the realisation of unity…
After its launch in 1961 the Jaguar E-Type took the world by storm thanks to its unique design and look. After three versions of the E-Type, Jaguar ceased production in 1975. Many of you CAs will have quickly calculated that it has taken Jaguar more than 35 years to come up with a replacement and…
The Golf VII GTI is the latest in the legendary GTI line from VW. The latest version does not seem markedly different from the VI, so what’s the big hype about? Well, the new shape has a softer and somewhat sophisticated look to it, with its smoothened edges and perfectly fit panels that have almost…
Everyone who visits Italy will praise it, but despite everything you hear about this magnificent country you’ll be amazed, surprised and delighted from you moment you arrive. Travelling through beautiful Italy (called the bel paese) will be an experience you’ll never forget. Effortless living Italy is the home of great artists like Michelangelo, Leonardo da…
Dell Latitude 7240 Business meets portability. The newly released Dell Latitude 7000 range are designed for business, with security and manageability any business would appreciate. IT professionals will love the reliability and security baked right in, and users will enjoy the light, thin and easy-on-the-eye form factor. The Dell Latitude 7240 is a light, sleek…
I recently had the opportunity to attend a breakfast where Chris Gardner spoke. You might not know who he is, but you probably know his story. In his lifetime, this successful against-all odds stockbroker was the inspiration behind the Academy Award-nominated film, The Pursuit of Happyness. He has accomplished many things – overcoming a violent…
“There is no downside to having a qualification as a chartered accountant, only upsides. One of the things I have learnt here at PSG is never to use the word ‘I’ but rather use the word ‘we’” Jannie Mouton is one of South Africa’s most successful and influential businessmen. Accounting SA had a rare opportunity…
“Differing accounting recognition and measurement criteria, applied to various components of a hedge relationship, create volatility in financial reporting” Hedge accounting is becoming imperative for companies exposed to exchange rate volatility The recent volatility in the South African rand (ZAR) has seen many local corporates scrambling to control the impact of dwindling local currency value…
“Its D4D diesel engine is rather loud and is low on power until warmed up. Then there is sufficient power to pull almost anything on wheels” Many years ago Toyota launched the Fortuner and it immediately took the market by storm. Some, including myself, questioned its popularity – given that it resembled a Hilux with…
“As you open the supersized doors, you can feel the weight and quality of materials used” Plush carpets, super soft leather with heated or cooled front seats and individual infotainment screens make you feel like royalty … ‘Home, James!’ All these luxuries – sadly without James – are standard equipment on the all-new Range Rover…