The SAICA Standards unit had the pleasure of hosting Dr Andreas Barckow, the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) chairman, and board member and chair of the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (IFRIC), Mr Bruce Mackenzie CA(SA), in August. This was the first time since 2010 that an IASB international chair had visited SAICA and its…
For the first time in more than a decade, the chairman of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) paid a visit to South Africa. SAICA was delighted to welcome Dr Andreas Barckow, who became chairman of the IASB on 1 July 2021. Left to right: Vincent Motholo, SAICA Chairman, Bruce Makenzie, chairman of IFRS Interpretations…
Like our bodies, our skin needs plenty of nutrients to look and feel its best. Scientists continually find new sources from which to extract these nutrients for our skincare products. But other than laboratory-created ingredients, where do our skincare ingredients come from? Nutritional skincare ingredients are extracted from plants, flowers, seeds and nuts, herbs, spices…
It’s always nice to be in on a little secret that most others don’t know about. If you’re that kind of person that needs some peace, space and serenity, with a gorgeous sea view: we’ve discovered a gem of a destination where you can always hide. Paternoster is a quaint fishing village that alludes a…
If you’re looking for that ideal stylish location for your business trip, yet that still has that ‘home-away-from-home’ touch, the AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront is at the top of the list with its incredible views of Table Mountain, Lion’s Head and Signal Hill, along with a food experience to write home about.…
Interlaken is known as the adventure capital of Switzerland, and after a visit to this picturesque Alpine town, you will understand why and definitely return year after year. The untouched natural surroundings, crystal-clear waters and snow-covered peaks provide a sense of wellbeing. Interlaken in the Bernese Oberland is renowned for its impressive mountain scenery and…
As we pay tribute this month to the women who created a platform for greater gender equality in South Africa, here are some pieces of advice that have had a profound impact on the female finalists of the Top-35-under-35 competition, and their thoughts on being nominated. Andrea Klassen Have a positive attitude Having a positive…
The Companies Act 71 of 2008 sets out the timeframes to formulate a business rescue plan and the format in which it must be presented after you have accepted an appointment as a business rescue practitioner and have met with the distressed business’ affected persons. The success or failure of the rescue will depend on…
In five months’ time, insurers with a December year-end will leave IFRS 4 behind and will enter the new world of IFRS 17.1 The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) issued IFRS 17 in May 2017, 20 years after the project on insurance contracts started. In June 2020, the IASB issued amendments to IFRS 17 to…
In January 2021 Kia revealed its new global brand slogan, which signifies the automaker’s bold transformation. The new image is not only visible in its new logo but also in the all-new design philosophy Before the launch of the new Sorento, Kia leaked pictures of the tail-lights, and they were nothing like we had seen…