What happens when an army officer decides to trade his camouflage for a suite? The answer lies in the inspiring life of Graham Richardson who turns 87 this year. His journey could be summed up as ‘a life dedicated to excellence’. Graham’s story isn’t just about crunching numbers but more about the persistence of excellence…
As South Africa’s first black chartered accountant, Professor Wiseman Nkuhlu has pioneered the way for many, many others to succeed in life. We give him a standing ovation for what he’s achieved and remain inspired by his remarkable and unique style of leadership. He is a man who always knew he was born for a…
Editorial Leadership is such a simple word, yet speaks of such strength and power and holds so much potential that it can literally turn the world around – in a good way or a bad way. You may be a leader yourself today, perhaps even with hundreds who report to you, yet there was…
The sight of kids borrowing shoes from each other in order to go to the rest rooms inspired Tinashe Zano CA(SA) to venture into the footwear space. This entrepreneur was so inspired that he named his brand Nspire. <!doctype html> At 34 years of age, Tinashe’s goal is to make someone feel that they…
In the bustling heart of Pietermaritzburg, amidst the hallowed halls of academia, an extraordinary tale of love and mutual understanding unfolded. It was not marked by grand gestures or clichéd pick-up lines but by the quiet harmony of shared experiences and a deep-rooted connection. Meet Vanessa and Gareth Gregory, a dynamic duo of chartered accountants…
As the saying goes, you need to jump at any opportunity; and these two youngsters certainly did when they heard they could experience the amazing lifestyle of the Cayman Islands, which is claimed to have some of the most amazing beaches in the world. Currently about 73 000 people are living in the Cayman Islands,…
Father’s Day is not just about celebrating fathers but also about acknowledging the bonds and memories that families create together. For the Bootha family, this day is a reminder of the love, wisdom, and joy that Professor Akbar Bootha has imparted to his children. Whether it’s through shared meals, travel adventures, or humorous stories about…
Two years ago Brett Tromp, CFO of Medici, emigrated with his wife Candice and their beautiful family to Texas. They have twin boys, Matthew and Joshua, who are 19, and a daughter, Christin, who is 13. Despite the intensity of his work responsibilities, even in his former role as CFO of Discovery Health in South…
Down, but not out – that was the mantra of Adele Rooibaatjie as she moved from struggling student to become a recruiter at one of the world’s Big Four auditing firms. A dream can be a driving force – or it can seem as though it hovers, almost mockingly, just out of reach. And when…
If there were a single word to describe Jameel Khan, co-founder of The Unconventional CA, it would be resilient. Resilience is, after all, the quality that drove Jameel forward as he fought a battle against drug addiction, as he tried – and failed – to obtain his CA qualification and, finally, as he established a…