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After serving as the company’s interim FD for the last five months, Zaid Manjra shares his excitement to step into the FD role on 1 December.

CFO Mike Davis unpacks the exciting next steps in Nedbank’s evolution, which includes a unique approach to technology and a partnership with the government that might see South Africa into a better 2024, in a CFO Magazine interview.

Middle East sustainable agriculture and climate tech business RedSea has appointed Storm van Zyl as its new CFO.

The City of Tshwane has appointed several new leaders, including CFO Gareth Mnisi, who will help drive the reinstitution of services in the municipality.

Jason Quinn has resigned from his role as group FD at Absa, and will step in as the new CEO at Nedbank starting May 2024.

During her keynote address at this year’s CFO Awards, 2022 Golden Globe Race Kirsten Neuschäfer illuminated the parallels between the seemingly disparate worlds of sailing and finance.

CA and entrepreneur Christiaan van den Berg is working to bridge the gap between the unemployed and potential employers through JOBJACK.

Held on the 16th of November at the exclusive Polo Room in Sandton's Inanda Club, the event lived up to its moniker as the “Oscars of Finance”, delivering a spectacular celebration of excellence, innovation, and resilience in the financial sector.

Former BCX and Openserve CFO Lucas Ndala will be the new group CFO helping Seacom through its transformative phase.

During a CFO South Africa webinar, Verto experts Tim Rudman and Ola Oyetayo, as well as Hatch Africa CFO Craig Sumption, unpacked the challenges and possible solutions when it comes to cross-border payments.

Old Mutual CFO Casper Troskie explains how technology, trust and a lot of preparation can prepare any leader, and their organisations, for uncertainty.

Raisibe Morathi, group CFO at Vodacom, has been named South Africa’s CFO of the Year at the 10th Annual CFO Awards.

View your favourite photos from the 2023 CFO Awards here!

As the sponsor of the Strategy Execution Award, Workday believes in recognising the CFOs who have been able to adapt quickly to see their organisations through tough times.

Comedian Nik Rabinowitz, award-winning band The Soil, the Kopano Jazz Collective and keynote speaker Kirsten Neuschäfer will dazzle guests at the 2023 CFO Awards.

With his roots and family in South Africa, Rick Martin knew he had to embark on a career back home after growing up in New Zealand. Now the CFO of Satrix, he hopes to have a positive impact on the country.

Mark Gounder will trade in his CFO title at Hulamin for that of CEO on 1 December, and explains that he is on a mission to deliver value for the company through its people.

Mathabo Makhaya has not only risen to senior management at Harmony Gold Mining but has also dedicated herself to driving change and equality in her industry and community.

In 2022, Brett Tromp left South Africa for the United States, where he was appointed CFO and CHRO of Medici. More than a year later, the 2015 Young CFO of the Year shares what it’s like abroad, and how he sees South Africa, now from the outside.

CFO Louis Naude reveals the top six considerations CFOs need to keep in mind when they are looking to invest in new opportunities.

PG Building Glass FD Yugan Moodley shares how he is keeping his teams, and himself, future-fit by staying up to date with new technology developments.

South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) CFO Innocent Gumbochuma shares how he is shaping the financial trajectory of the organisation and has ambitions of setting it on a path of innovation, resilience, and diversified revenue streams.

As the sponsor of the Compliance & Governance Award at the 2023 CFO Awards, Ince not only celebrates CFOs who are excelling in this category, but offers the winner an exclusive rhino dehorning experience.

Devrani Moonsamy looks forward to being the first head of finance of brand-new state entity, the Ombud Council, as part of her continuous journey of personal and career development and growth.

Boston Consulting Group experts Nihmal Marrie, Caio Anteghini and Isme Oosthuizen stress the transformative potential adopting generative AI can have on finance functions.

Experts, including FEM’s Yusuf Bodiat, Momentum’s Estelle and Alteryx’s Russ Mills, discuss the benefits automation holds for CFOs when it comes to planning for the future during a CFO South Africa webinar.

Save the Children director of finance Hlobisile Nsibande shares the mission she is on to help give children a better chance of survival, protection, development and participation in society.

Scottish Gordon Traill reveals what it takes to lead an iconic South African business through tough times after a year as Clicks’ CFO.

Senatla Capital head of private equity Thato Tshabalala unpacks her dedication for transformation, and the legacy she hopes to leave behind.

From becoming the youngest CFO of a listed company when he joined Dis-Chem, to being appointed the company’s CEO, Rui Morais always embraces transformation.

Excited to be part of the CFO Awards again this year, Coupa will be sponsoring the Finance Transformation Award.

Global CFO Alvin Liew shares his top tips on how finance leaders should go about looking for and securing international jobs.

During a webinar, Philip van Zyl, Sulene Botha and Allan Gibbon reveal how CFOs can harness the full potential of technology to make better decisions.

Mobalyz Holdings finance executive Altea Spagnuolo reveals how she is addressing changing rules, risks and regulations, and staying on top of stakeholder demands.

Bongiwe Ntuli has announced that she will be stepping down from the CFO role at TFG in November to spend some time with her family in KZN.

CFO Joanne Tanner reveals how she is using her unique storytelling skills to help grow Decision Inc.

During a CFO Dinner, some of South Africa’s top CFOs shared how they navigate economic and political uncertainty – focusing on South Africa’s resilience and positivity in addressing challenges.

Kumba Iron Ore CFO Bothwell Mazarura believes the iron market will recover, as it has many times before, despite being faced with various geological, social and political challenges.

EOH has announced the appointment of Marialet Greeff as interim group CFO following Megan Pydigadu’s resignation, as well as CEO Stephen van Coller’s intentions to retire.

Absa’s 2022 report was chosen in the Top 10 Integrated Reports among the JSE Top 100 listed companies in the EY Excellence in Integrated Report Awards. Absa CFO Jason Quinn shares his insights on their success.

Deloitte will be sponsoring the CFO of the Year, Public Sector CFO of the Year and Transformation & Empowerment Award at the 2023 CFO Awards, and looks forward to 10 more years of celebrations.

Passionate about empowering the youth, CA Bonga Mriga has found the ideal job to do this.

For Shabana Aboo Baker, becoming group financial director at Mustek has meant listening to her gut.

South Africa’s leading CIOs, CFOs, and CHROs gathered at the elite Marble restaurant in Rosebank on 11 October for Executive Day, an interactive executive gathering that united leaders under the theme, Boardroom IQ – the conversation today’s C-suite needs to have.

Rafael Fernandes who has been acting CFO will return to his duties as FD of AECI Mining.

Markos will take over the FirstRand Group CFO role from 1 April 2024, among a number of other changes.

Samara Totaram will be stepping down as Stadio group CFO at the end of the year.

After many years in the public sector, Nonkululeko Dlamini takes up the group CFO role at Telkom.

Wesgro CFO Sandiso Gcwabe's journey within the public sector is anchored in a sense of purpose.

De Beers has appointed Richard Lawson as its new CFO, taking over from Sarah Kuijlaars.

Arno Daehnke, Craig Sumption and Pushpender Singla share words of encouragement for CFO East Africa.

President Buhle Hanise reflects on the AWCA’s 21 years of helping women CAs navigate challenges.

Langeberg Municipality CFO Mava Shude on his blueprint for sustainable governance.

Absa CIB’s Africa CFO Ahmed Domingo is positive about the future of the continent and admires its spirit.

Rukayya Naicker is excited to showcase the beauty of South Africa as Fireblade Aviation’s new finance boss.

BDO’s Johann Benadé reveals how PBO donations will enhance transparency and impact.

Kasada group financial planning and analysis manager, Hind Zabit on bridging cultures in her career.

The Hulamin CFO joins the list of finance leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Sayurie Naidoo will fill the CFO role as Craig Miller transitions to CEO and a new CFO is appointed.

Top CFOs shared how women empowerment is a good starting point for starting your ESG journey.

Three finance experts share how they have successfully implemented ESG initiatives, despite challenges.

The Hatch Africa FD joins the list of finance leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Nedbank CFO Mike Davis says the increasing role sustainability plays in good business practices.

Head of finance Martin van der Walt hopes to change the mining industry by focusing on people and tech.

Top finance leaders find out there’s no wrong way to approach sustainability, as long as your intentions are right.

Corporate Traveller’s Bonnie Smith unpacks the skills that make a great leader in uncertain times.

SA CFOs reveal the impact the country’s power crisis is having on people, business, and the economy.

Standard Bank CFO CIB for Africa Grant Talbot believes that the region is full of opportunities.

Vodacom CFO Raisibe Morathi joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Taryn Augoustatos shares some of the challenges she’s faced as a non-techy, woman CFO in fintech.

Misson-driven Mbali Mabaso unpacks how she found purpose in developing young talent.

SA CFOs reveal the impact the country’s power crisis is having on people, business, and the economy.

CMS South Africa’s Zaakir Mohamed unpacks CFOs' role in protecting business from exposure to crime syndicates.

A Q&A with mentor Avashnee Ramdial and mentee Jalpa Desai about what they’ve learned from each other.

Attacq CFO Raj Nana joins the nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Hitachi Energy FD Michelle Sampson talks about the advancement of women in finance.

How South Africa’s women executives have approached challenges, and overcome them.

After working in South Africa’s mining industry for 14 years, Neal takes on the role of CFO at Jubilee Metals.

SA CFOs reveal the impact the country’s power crisis is having on people, business, and the economy.

After a year in the role, Cell C CFO Lerato Pule will be pursuing opportunities outside the telco.

Brad Wentzel shares his final phase of becoming Frey’s Food Brands’ CFO, where he starts to implement change.

Optimi CFO Suloshini Singh shares her commitment to giving back to society through education.

Leanne Thomas unpacks how she is furthering the equality agenda as SAMRO’s new CFO.

Bryte Insurance CFO Yulandi van Dyk says it’s possible to achieve the triple bottom line.

CFO Dinner discusses how asking the right questions is the key to using technology effectively.

A Q&A with mentor Sharon Naidoo and mentee Pilka Lalloo about what they’ve learned from each other.

A Q&A with mentor Bongi Ngoma and mentee Tintswalo Masia about what they’ve learned from each other.

CFO Megan Pydigadu explains how she helped create awareness for people with disabilities in the workplace.

International CFO Jurgen Paulis found more than just a job in Rwanda.

AFMS Group CFO Jamie Louw reveals how leaving behind your scarcity mindset can create new opportunities.

John Behan talks about pioneering auditing transformation as the CFO of Circit.

The Novus Holdings CFO joins the nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Top women executives find out the secrets behind three powerhouses’ rise to prominence.

SA CFOs reveal the impact the country’s power crisis is having on people, business, and the economy.

CFO Adri Führi unpacks the two years of planning that went into e4’s recent acquisition.

ACCA’s Portia Mkhabela unpacks how the accreditation will help to open up the audit profession.

Mandy Ramsden's story is of one woman’s ascent from male-dominated beginnings to the top of seven summits.

See your favourite photos from the 2023 Women's Dinner!

The women of the CFO/CHRO/CIO South Africa communities shared knowledge at a dazzling executive dinner.

Mr Price has announced that Praneel Nundkumar has taken over from Mark Stirton as CFO.

After helping turn around EOH as its group FD, Megan Pydigadu is ready to pursue her own growth.

Arno Daehnke unpacks what change-ready finance leadership looks like for a new world.

SA CFOs reveal the impact the country’s power crisis is having on people, business, and the economy.

Throughout her career, Thabelo Raphala has dedicated her focus on developing entrepreneurs.

Group CFO Zaf Mahomed explains that the recent US debt refinance will strengthen Oceana’s balance sheet.

EOH’s Megan Pydigadu has resigned from the FD role to take on a new role at a large South African company.

The Afrimat FD joins the nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Nelisiwe Shiluvana has been appointed as the new group FD of Famous Brands.

Deepa Sita will step down from the role at the end of the year to pursue an opportunity in Australia.

Rehan Greeff explains that using failure and bad experiences as a springboard is essential for success.

BDO SA’s Louis van Manen unpacks how CFOs can benefit from their tax obligations.

The Phembani Group CFO joins the nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Foskor’s CFO, Jubilant Speckman, maps out the technology and ESG blueprints that lead to success.

CFO Fikile Mhlontlo has now joined Delta Property Fund, after helping SAA on its turnaround journey.

Mint Group CFO Yvonne Dias shares her key lessons on being an authentic leader.

The JSE-listed mine has appointed Ulrich Bester as its new financial director, replacing Deon Botha.