A crisis could be a real or impending danger that has the potential to be life-threatening to human beings or an organisation. A crisis could range from adverse weather conditions to public disturbance, riots, disease outbreaks, hacking of critical data of an entity, or an event that has the potential to erode corporate brand identity.…
Flex your accounting muscle to add value and boost the growth and success of your entrepreneur clients. Kevin Phillips CA(SA)CEO of IDU Gro Entrepreneurs and small businesses are so important – creating jobs and contributing to the GDP. As accountants, we should consider how we can provide our entrepreneur clients with a truly valuable service…
Having to start building a network when I left the corporate world was initially quite daunting for me, but over the years I developed my networking skills. Here are a few tips that helped me to build a big and powerful network. Ronel Jooste CA(SA) Director at FinanciallyFiTLife and author, speaker and radio talk show…
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…