The next time you’re in and out of the licensing department in just 10 minutes, spare Liana Moolman a thought. As Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC), it’s her grit and determination that have made improvements like this possible. Liana was only 28 years old when she took on her…
The average shack in South Africa has just two or three windows and you can easily walk its length in just 20 strides. It’s a far cry from the Cape Town offices of Bright Path Business Consultants Inc – yet this is where it all began for founder TJ Ledwaba. ‘Staying in a shack and…
Over at the in-house studio, in what is her first-ever ASA shoot yet, Ayanda Mafuleka, FASSET CEO, seesaws gracefully back and forth between a camera crew, make-up artist, and yours truly. She’s a vision of loveliness in an A-line princess skirt and Afro puff bun − a look that’s commensurate with some of her shots…
The ‘CA’ behind Larisha Naidoo’s name could easily stand for Change Agent, or even Community Activist. That’s because the head of Anglo American Zimele is intensely focused on using the skills and resources she has to uplift South Africa’s communities and make a difference. What’s the single factor that will ensure success in an unpredictable…
Since Ngubane, a firm of Chartered Accountants and Auditors, opened their doors way back in 1995, Wilfred Bhekabantu Ngubane has seen the firm evolve and grow far beyond what he had first imagined. On its countdown to its 30th anniversary in 2025, Ngubane boasts of having expanded its service offerings to include financial advisory, assurance,…
Mark Stirton’s success in the world of finance was born out of a crucible of challenges during his adolescence. He is a visionary business leader with a strategic mindset whose journey is a testament to his resilience and determination to succeed in life − and he has done just that. As former Group CFO of…
Sithembiso Freeman Nomvalo’s tenure as SAICA’s CEO has been defined by a series of transformative accomplishments that have solidified SAICA’s position as a vanguard institution in the accountancy profession. Nomvalo’s leadership has been synonymous with a commitment to value creation, resilience and a staunch dedication to serving the profession. Having joined SAICA at a time…
Head of the Department of Accounting Sciences at Walter Sisulu University and Managing Director at SnB Chartered Accountants and Auditors A visionary leader igniting excellence in accounting and beyond In the ever-evolving landscape of chartered accountancy, individuals who not only excel in their field but also demonstrate visionary leadership are rare gems. Senzo Ndlangamandla CA(SA),…
Shabir Chohan, the CEO of Al Baraka Bank, has strong analytical acumen, combined with a deep understanding of financial markets and risk management, to lead in a demanding, highly regulated sector. En route to her residence in the north of Joburg, I’m going to great pains reviewing my questions for a weekday morning interview. To…
More than a storied bean counter, Nonkululeko Gobodo CA(SA) is an advocate for racial inclusion and gender equality. En route to her residence in the north of Joburg, I’m going to great pains reviewing my questions for a weekday morning interview. There’s so much to talk about: her fabled career, Awakened Global, and her debut…