This Women’s Day, we are inspired by two successful female leaders, Indra Nooyi and Michelle Obama, and the challenges that they faced, which are universal and remain relevant for many women today. Indra Nooyi Indra is an Indian American executive who was the chairman and CEO of PepsiCo. Hers is a story of firsts; she…
Stablecoins, specifically those which meet the prudential standards and are backed by a fiat currency or Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC), can offer a useful method of progression to the adoption of digital assets Banks around the world (JP Morgan was the first one) are issuing their own digital currency known as commercial stable coins.…
On a recent business trip, as the evening wound down and a group of colleagues made our way back to the hotel, our lively dinner conversation soon drifted toward the subject of work. And, as I described the next task on my to-do list, my wise friend Marna exclaimed, ‘Better you than me!’ In the…
In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable business world, speed reigns supreme. As trends accelerate and chaos becomes the norm, real-time data is our guiding light. Yet, the key lies in striking a delicate balance between embracing agility without compromising decision-making quality. Today, we have an unprecedented amount of data at our fingertips. With the exponential growth…
Games can be a great way to learn about business concepts and develop strategic thinking skills. That’s what sparked Phumudzo Cazequeza’s interest in chartered accounting. As a high school student, she took part in a SAICA board game event that had learners from participating schools tackle real-world business situations by assuming responsibility for running a…
The Thuthuka Bursary Fund has made a significant impact since its inception, enabling many students to pursue their dreams of becoming chartered accountants. Charlotte Segage, a whiz at maths and accounting, was among the first 104 students to benefit from the programme in 2004 when it was launched at the University of Limpopo in collaboration…
Spending time with family and friends always tops the list for Carin Langner. ‘There’s nothing better than to kuier with those you care about the most,’ she says. ‘I also love finding breakfast spots. It’s my favourite meal of the day. Having it in a beautiful environment where you can tap into the energy of…
When Poonam Rama failed her first board exam, she was devastated and disheartened. Now she knows that this setback shaped the person she is today. I signed up for EY’s programme for articled clerks who had failed, and in the evening I studied at the office after work,’ Poonam says. ‘What I remember most were…
Meet Rehan Greeff CA(SA) and 2022 Top 35-under-35 finalist, a remarkable individual who has combined his passion for running with a deep commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others. As the founder of ‘Run Forest Run’, a running community dedicated to raising funds for the less fortunate, Rehan has demonstrated an…
When it comes to transformation work, Ayanda Mafuleka CA(SA), CEO of the Financial and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET), invariably goes great guns. Her tenure at the SETA, as evidenced by a plethora of empowerment initiatives, shows that she’s one for the underdog. While Ayanda has made great strides in turning around…