Their determination to find a solution to South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis has seen Yeshikah Appavoo and Thashania Perumal recognised at SAICA’s Student Leadership Summit Awards. Youth unemployment in South Africa stands at an alarming 45,5%, sparking a crisis that threatens the country’s stability both economically and politically. While the problem has many roots, Yeshikah…
Returning from Istanbul to South Africa in the wake of the Covid-19 lockdown, Ayesha Ebrahim CA(SA) found herself seeking a meaningful way to connect with nature and explore a new hobby. Ayesha’s time in Istanbul, where she undertook Arabic and Islamic studies, had left her with a deep curiosity about bees and honey as mentioned…
At 60, Miranda Reeder CA(SA), the founder of NetDécor, exudes a passion for life and business. Recently, she returned from a celebratory trip to Zanzibar with her husband marking a milestone birthday of a close friend. Reflecting on her dynamic career, Miranda’s journey − from a young chartered accountant in the early 1990s to a…
It’s generally accepted that any dream worth fighting for will involve sacrifice. There will be difficult moments and times when the dream seems infinitely unattainable. Many will stumble after the first obstacle; only a very determined few will doggedly keep on. Madoda Mkhabela, an assistant audit manager at the Auditor-General South Africa (AGSA), fits firmly…
In a world often clouded by cynicism, it’s rare to find those who channel their expertise into genuine, transformative work − especially within the local government sector. Enter Kashnee Sewnarain, a CA(SA) whose dedication to KwaZulu-Natal’s public sector is reshaping the narrative around government service. Beyond financial oversight, Kashnee is a figure of integrity driven…
It is interesting following the different journeys our members take in order to qualify as CAs(SA). Monica’s journey was a fight, and she fought a good fight with a good reward. Monica Sithole CA(SA) is a courageous young woman who has defied the odds en route to becoming a CA(SA). She was diagnosed at the…
Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, among other distinguished speakers, encouraged the cultivation of ethical leadership at SAICAs Difference Makers Conference. A landmark event aimed at fostering a catalytic culture of positive change beyond the numbers, SAICA’s inaugural Difference Makers Conference was held at Sun City from 13 to 14 September 2024 under the theme ‘Making Waves, Empowering…
At Shoprite, one of Africa’s largest retailers, Phuti Senyatsi isn’t just another accountant, he’s redefining what it means to succeed in corporate finance. His journey is not about simply climbing the career ladder, but about rewriting the playbook for what a chartered accountant can achieve. Phuti’s story proves that breaking the mould and driving change…
By going for broke, Tintswalo Masia CA(SA) ensured her family had a fighting chance to a better life and education. A CA(SA) designation. An MBA from GIBS (University of Pretoria). Tintswalo Masia (36) could easily be one of South African career women’s hall of famers. While she relishes the trajectory of her career, the picture…
With 24 years in the trade, Yolandie Ferreira CA(SA) has ascended among the ranks of one of the most accomplished multi-hyphenates in the auditing profession, yet she has other fish to fry. Yolandie Ferreira CA(SA) portrays a kind of quiet confidence as she sits in a corner office of the practice’s Rialto Street building in…