The accounting and auditing profession is undergoing a transformation fuelled by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies. Accountants are increasingly expected to be tech-savvy, leveraging AI tools to streamline processes, improve accuracy, and provide higher-value services to clients. Frans Geldenhuys CA(SA) Frans is one of the founding members of ALICE™ − an automated…
Self-doubt can often cast a long shadow, particularly in professions demanding precision and unwavering confidence. Yet, what if we reframed this not as a hindrance but as a catalyst for profound personal and professional development? Usha Maharaj CA(SA) Passionate about women empowerment and human potential Embarking on a journey from self-doubt to self-discovery and ultimately…
Embarking on your journey as a first-time manager? Excitement and uncertainty often go hand in hand. In this article, as a leader of an organisation that coaches thousands of young professionals to peak performance, I am offering insights to help you navigate this pivotal role with confidence. Zanele Maduna CA(SA) Founder and CEO of No-Valo…
Recent amendments have been introduced to section 8(8) which covers the scope and implications of indemnity payments. The amendments are a result of the previous amendment to section 72 of the Value-Added Tax Act. The amendment to section 72 had an impact on Binding General Ruling 42 which deals with the VAT treatment of specific…
Our lives are increasingly digital and interconnected. Our screens are our windows, our data defines our identity, and more and more of our time is spent online. Blockchain Specialist MONICA SINGER CA(SA) Blockchain Evangelist for ConsenSys Historically, trust in society comes from subjective sources − from personal connections, platforms and institutions. At its core, Web3…
And Wayne thought to himself: ‘I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing! Any moment now, they’re going to realise that they made a mistake. They’re going to tell me that I wasn’t actually supposed to get this promotion!’ Wayne van Zijl CA(SA) Associate Professor at School of Accountancy WITS Being CAs(SA), we are often…
Each new year, we see the outflow of graduates from articles. These graduates will soon be eligible to register for the CA(SA) designation, a step which marks the beginning of a lifelong adventure! Their most common dilemma is the direction to choose post articles. Kamir Arjun CA(SA) Senior Staff auditor at Deloitte Netherlands The journey…
If someone asked you about the ward number you reside in or the name of your ward councillor, could you answer without a quick Google search? In 2016, I volunteered as an Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) observer under the SAICA banner, witnessing firsthand the importance of community involvement in the electoral process. With over 52…
‘Everything you want is out there waiting for you to ask. Everything you want also wants you. But you have to take action to get it.’ What a profound and inspiring quote by Jack Canfield! Ronel Jooste CA(SA) Director at FinanciallyFiTLife and author, speaker and radio talk show host Presenting vision board workshops as part…
Employee share ownership plans (ESOPs) have become increasingly common for multinational, listed and unlisted companies operating in South Africa as a way to attract, retain and reward their employees. ESOPs can also be effective mechanisms to drive companies’ broad-based black economic empowerment (BEE) strategies and to align stakeholder and employee values. Accounting for these complex…