Building trust and solving problems Everyone knows that financial expertise and operational know-how are vital for executives to manage profitable businesses. Still, nowadays a new set of skills is even more important, and recent research suggests that leaders with social skills and emotional intelligence are needed most. The study suggests that what is needed is…
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…
In 2021, Jowayne van Wyk CA(SA), a Top 35-under-35 finalist, founded Jowa’s Grill (better known as Jowa’s Spices and Sauces), which has now expanded to Jowa’s Coffee and Jowa’s Nutrition. Jowa’s Hailing from the small town of Sutherland, Jowayne’s dream has always been to create something unique. He adopted his trademark name, ‘Jowa,’ from his…
A selection of products that are perfect for making the most of winter, travelling and staying warm. Ready for snow Ladies, stay warm and cosy while looking good, no matter the weather. With the K-Way Women’s Mia Ski Jacket you will be ready for any weather this winter. It is also perfect for the ski…
This winter is the perfect opportunity to break away for a few days and spend quality time in nature with your loved ones. There is nothing that relaxes and revives you like time spent in the bush, and to do it in the African bush is even more special. Studies have shown that spending time…
What do you do when your car starts driving a little sluggishly, your fuel consumption skyrockets, or your air con is not bringing the chill like it did a year ago? Do you dump your car at the nearest scrapyard and buy a new one? Kevin Phillips CA(SA) CEO of IDU Group Definitely not! You…
Your career is important. It’s what you spend most of your time doing, and it’s how you make money to support yourself and your loved ones. So, it’s crucial to get it right. Unfortunately, many people make avoidable mistakes that can cost them their careers. Usha Maharaj CA(SA) Executive and Leadership Development Coach; passionate about…
Monique Verduyn spoke to crypto expert Petri Basson, a CA(SA) who is building digital companies from the Cayman Islands, as well as developing a crypto data aggregation and normalisation business (Hash Data) to simplify digital asset management. Cryptocurrency is not just for young, tech-savvy millennials anymore. Governments, central banks and major enterprises can no longer…
Insights from a webinar hosted by Mazars in collaboration with South African digital asset exchange Luno. Today, South Africa finds itself amongst the top-ranking cryptocurrency trading nations on the continent. With local daily crypto asset trading values exceeding the $45 million mark, regulators and auditors play an increasingly crucial role in securing and validating the…
Companies often collect sensitive information about their users and store them alongside less-sensitive routine business data. This creates new business risks in relation to laws that protect the user’s data, like the POPI Act in South Africa. Only after receiving large fines or developing stronger IT capabilities will many enterprises pursue expensive and risky projects…