In the July issue of Accountancy SA, Wayne van Zijl CA(SA) submitted that, as with medical professionals, professional accountants may need to take an oath too, because while doctors have a direct impact when it comes to saving people’s lives, accountants’ actions may equally impact the lives and livelihoods of thousands of people.1 Of course,…
As an accounting technical manager at The Shard (Pty) Limited, Pride Msweli CA(SA) is a qualified chartered accountant with international audit experience. She is very passionate about financial literacy, audit reform and the creation of generational wealth. Founded in 2013, The Shard (Pty) Ltd is a young, experienced and dynamic 100% black-owned consulting firm based…
‘You don’t have to start your own business to create wealth,’ write PJ Botha CA(SA) and his brother, Geo, presenters of the TV series Welvaartskeppers (wealth creators), in their first book, Word Ryk, Bly Ryk. In their insightful book, the brothers Botha endeavour to teach ordinary South Africans how to make money in a challenging…
Technology is rapidly evolving, and artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we work and communicate. Auditors need to be aware of the digital technology tools that are currently available and how to use them as part of the audit process to make the audit process more efficient and effective. This requires that the auditors…
Founded on the values of respect and integrity, Motlanalo Inc, a black women-owned SMP headquartered in Polokwane, Limpopo, is geared towards transforming the audit landscape. In reliving the events around the genesis of her firm, Koko Khumalo CA(SA) entertains an erudite conversation on learning organisations, a branch of study associated with knowledge management. The CEO…
Mpho Lebethe has combined her passion for entrepreneurship with an equally fierce enthusiasm for upliftment, forging a career path that ensures others rise as she does. ‘My grandparents raised me with the belief that even if you only have R100, you can still share R50 with those who have less than you,’ says Mpho. It’s…
Emma Mashilwane CA(SA), RA, MBA is the co-founder (majority shareholder) and CEO of MASA Auditors which provides internal audits, external audits, IT audits and advisory services. MASA Auditors comprises MASA Risk Advisory Services Pty Ltd (MASA Risk) and MASA Chartered Accountants Incorporated. Both entities are accredited training offices for SAICA (MASA Risk is for the…
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…