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Executive Day 2024, held at the lively Melrose Arch in Johannesburg on 5 September 2024, lived up to its promise as an immersive simulation experience for South Africa's brightest financial minds and their HR and IT counterparts in the C-suite.

From shattering glass ceilings to empowering the next generation, Cheryl-Jane Kujenga shares her journey and advice for women who want success in the corporate finance industry.

The digital financial solutions specialist will be exhibiting at the Finance Indaba in October.

Ephraim Phando Legoale is not your typical numbers-driven executive. Although he’s absolutely committed to good governance, what sets Ephraim apart is his genuine warmth, his passion for his work, and his moves on the dance floor.

Aneshree and Nadia share their mentorship journey, highlighting valuable lessons and successes in leadership development and career growth.

Rowan de Klerk, CEO of the CFO Centre, unpacks why agility is a key skill for CFOs.

The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) is the authority dedicated to enhancing audit quality and protecting the public interest in South Africa.

Phillip Anthony Murnane has been announced as the CFO and executive director of Gold Fields. It is expected that he will take on the role in early 2025.

For CFOs and business leaders, gender equity is not just about fairness; it is about unlocking potential, driving innovation and ensuring long-term financial sustainability, explains Dineo Molefe, MTN SA’s CFO.

From grants manager to CFO, all it took was a leap of faith and the belief that leaving a permanent position for a contractual job can be the path to fulfilling your dreams.

Maletsatsi and Irene share their transformative journey, highlighting the impact of supportive relationships on personal and professional growth.

Entersekt, the financial authentication company, announced the appointment of Tony Bakshi as its new CFO

Sandra Villars, partner, financial services at management consultancy firm Oliver Wyman writes that financial services can no longer ignore the importance of sustainability practices.

The report also marks 10 years of the company’s existence.

A female CFO’s cultural intelligence edge crafts an unusual and successful path.

South Africa’s retirement savings landscape is poised for a major transformation with the introduction of the new two-pot retirement system on 1 September 2024. Shaheed Mohamed, head of group savings and investments at Allan Gray, delves into these critical changes.

1.618 Technologies shows its support for the 2024 Finance Indaba.

The move from Jibar to Zaronia is bringing about a big change in South Africa's financial sector. The effects of this move on contracts and financial risk are something CFOs need to be aware of.

Walt, who has been with the Sasol group for fifteen years and has extensive experience in the energy sector, will take on the CFO role from 1 September.

As we continue to celebrate women’s month, we reflect on the country’s index when it comes to women empowerment in strategic fields and positions.

A journey of how a woman shattered the glass ceiling to prepare a future where more women will occupy leadership roles.

The finance and accounting company will be among the partners exhibiting at the Finance Indaba on 10 October.

The veteran finance executive is ending a 29-year tenure, while the company’s search for a successor is underway.

The seasoned finance professional takes on the new role effective 30 July.

2023’s award winners for CFO, CHRO, and CIO Awards respectively, were immersed in dynamic and robust conversation as part of a distinguished panel discussion at the 9th Annual Executive Women’s Event.

Former CFO and current associate director of Kearney Jo-Ann Pohl shares insights into how CFOs can successfully manage an ESG strategy internally, across departments and corporate working groups.

Inqolobane Investment Managers CFO Rowen Pillai has a winning approach to strategic financial leadership that is built on transparency, trust and collaboration to drive boardroom success and foster a culture of mutual respect and open communication.

At the 9th Annual Executive Women’s Dinner, leading CFOs had the unique opportunity to share their views on leadership with their mentees and other women executives in the C-suite.

BetterHome Group welcomes Johan Small as CFO, strengthening financial leadership to drive the vision of empowering South African homeownership.

The intelligent automation company will be among the partners exhibiting at the Finance Indaba on 10 October.

Fasset CFO recognised for his work and financial leadership.

Fuelled by caffeine and a passion for numbers, Yusuf Bodiat, African Risk Capacity Limited's head of finance and investment spills the beans on his daily grind – and discovers that it's not just a cup of coffee, but a mood-boosting, energy-fuelling superpower that's always brewing up success.

Hanré is set to play a pivotal role in overseeing the company’s financial operations and strategy.

This is a remarkable tale of ‘just a boy from KZN’ with a passion for education, philanthropy and social work.

AIForged is showing its support for this year’s Finance Indaba.

After a short stint at Natura & Co as CFO for its Africa division, Ashona returns to EOH.

Sasfin CFO Harriet Heymans believes the perfect balance between work and life does not exist, and shares the lessons she’s learned in trying to achieve it.

A poll conducted at the inaugural event shows what’s top of mind for South Africa’s financial leaders.

Roselyn Madiba has been nominated for the 2024 CFO Awards for her work as the CFO of Citibank South Africa.

 The high-octane networking event lit the spark for valuable connections.

Pravashni Nirghin has been appointed as the CFO of the manufacturing business.

The experienced finance expert is bringing his expertise to an insurer with a focus on ESG.

Having had to pay her way through university after her mom, who was single-handedly responsible for raising her and her older brother passed away, Romy Maree is now helping others who are also disadvantaged because of a lack of resources to enter the working world.

Poor infrastructure challenges are plaguing SA Inc, but CFO D’Shorne Human unpacks how SAFCOL’s diversifying strategy is helping the SOC continue crucial business operations, like automation and diversification.

Morgan Nhiwatiwa has been nominated for the 2024 CFO Awards for his work at Walter Sisulu University.

Sven Axelrad's double life revealed in fiction, an accountant by day, rockstar-turned-author by night.

Enfin Energy Finance grows its leadership team with the newest hire.

SoluGrowth business executive Berna Botha provides an overview of the challenges that keep CFOs up at night, as well as trends rapidly reshaping the finance profession.

As the CEO of Makwa IT, Christopher "Chris" Kistasamy outlines his goals to propel the ambitious and vibrant company onto a worldwide platform while honouring its African heritage.

Mikaeel Tayob has been nominated for the 2024 CFO Awards for his work as the CFO at Bridgestone South Africa.

Libstar CFO, Terri Ladbrooke, led her team through a treacherous period by trusting in the steadiness of numbers, as well as the power of agility and collaboration.

Roshan Moonsamy has been nominated for the 2024 CFO Awards for his work as the CFO at BankservAfrica.

Optimi Group CFO Suloshini Singh shares her family’s resilient journey through life and how they were able to make it through the toughest ordeals because of the flexibility her work and studies were able to afford her.

Attendees of Workday Elevate spent the day getting to grips with the future of AI.

Taskeen Ismail joins Sanlam Investments as CFO, leveraging her expertise to propel the company’s strategic vision and foster sustainable growth, in a career journey that comes full circle.

MakwaIT strengthens leadership team with appointment of seasoned finance and IT professional.

Momentum Metropolitan group FD Risto Ketola has been nominated for the CFO Awards for the third time.

CFO Zaf Mahomed reveals why balance sheet management and cash flow are the only tools you need to make your organisation’s profits grow. He uses his recent experience at Oceana Group as an example.

BMI Coverland CFO Tammy Narain explores some of the challenges the struggling manufacturing industry is currently facing, and explains why harnessing the power of synergies will save it.

Sage will be showcasing its cutting-edge technology at the premier event.

Sandvik has appointed Nerissa Jalim as its new CFO to drive growth, profitability and sustainability at the engineering company.

CFO Brad Wentzel explains the need to practise patience when leading finance teams, especially during difficult and chaotic times.

Abigail Mukhuba has been nominated for the 2024 CFO Awards for her work as the CFO and FD of Sanlam.

Brenda Baijnath has been appointed as the new CFO and executive director of Motus Holdings, effective 1 November 2024.

As South Africa celebrates youth month, it is important to honour the contributions and potential of young leaders. In the world of finance, Aneshree Naidoo, CFO at Webber Wentzel and recipient of the 2023 Young CFO of the Year award, has already made a significant impact in her CFO roles and the industry - from the age of 27.

LeaseTracker will be showcasing at the Finance Indaba. They will join the line-up of other exhibitors at the Sandton Convention Centre on 10 October.

CFO Elisa Mkhize opened the doors of Soul Leadership Academy in January 2022 to address the still-limited access to quality education for disadvantaged students, and help grow a new generation of leaders for the future.

King Price Insurance’s chief financial officer (CFO), Paul Stedall, has entered the list of finance leaders contending for CFO of the Year title.

Eddie will be taking up the CEO role at USN after 13 years at TWK, where he played a crucial role in the company's recovery and restructuring.

ACCA has been a partner of the Finance Indaba for five consecutive years.

CFO Sharon Naidoo has spent the last three years transforming the finance function and overall business at TransUnion Africa.

Part of Ashona’s role will be shaping the future of the company’s Africa division.

PwC South Africa Senior Economist Christie Viljoen looks at the effect of foreign investment on our economy.

AICPA & CIMA has signed up as a platinum partner at the Finance Indaba. They will join the line-up of other exhibitors at the Sandton Convention Centre on 10 October.

Sean Capazorio, group finance officer of Aspen Pharmacare, has joined the group of executives vying for the title of CFO of the Year. 

CFO Isaac Malevu successfully made the switch from the private to the public sector when joining the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) four years ago. His hard work in leading the corporation through crises was ultimately what earned him the 2023 Public Sector CFO of the Year Award.

Productivity SA CFO Okuhle Sidumane, Sappi Southern Africa CFO Pramy Moodley and BMI Coverland FD Tammy Narain explain how effective expectation management helps them ensure every engagement with their board is a success.

SANParks Pretty Makukule is learning how to use generative AI, like ChatGPT, more effectively in automating and improving finance processes, including her skills as a CFO.

Vodacom Group CFO Raisibe Morathi shares her award-winning recipe for being an exemplary CFO after winning the 2023 CFO of the Year Award, revealing the “data” behind a good strategy, a good team and a good leader.

CFOs Irene Singo, D’Shorne Human and Devrani Moonsamy share what their boardroom engagements require from them, and what they require from the directors around the table.

IEC CFO Dawn Mbatha joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Passionate about the opportunity technology can bring, 2023 Finance & Technology Award winner Jan Hofmeyr has been breaking the CFO mould at OUTsurance by driving the transformation of its finance department so it remains relevant in an increasingly digital future. He reveals how this change has affected the entire business.

In May, Brad Wentzel became the new CFO of SPARK Schools, a network of private schools offering affordable, globally competitive education.

Broadcasting, television, and media have changed significantly over the last couple of years as multiple crises and the increasing adoption of technology set new precedents for entertainment, says Urban Brew Studios CFO Lufuno Siphugu, who has creatively chartered a course through the industry.

Syspro's EMEA head of finance Aucamp van der Schyff unpacks the Manufacturing CFO Survey, which reveals that the role of the hybrid CFO is continuously evolving in the sector.

Wits University CFO Maureen Manyama leverages subcommittees and submissions to get the most out of the time at the boardroom table.

Sibanye-Stillwater CFO Charl Keyter joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Starting as a call-centre agent, Anusha Ramraj has climbed the ranks at CCI South Africa to CFO, and learned the importance of empowering people on the way.

Michelle de Lange helps to build young minds as a finance teacher and an accounting programme coordinator at the University of the Free State. She also builds houses in her spare time.

Executive community director Georgina Guedes finds out the CFO superpowers needed in the boardroom, during a keynote conversation with Standard Bank chief finance and value management officer Arno Daehnke.

At CFO Day, executives shared how unique boardroom cultures influence their companies, highlighting the balance between creativity and financial integrity.

Transparency and truth are vital ingredients for any company’s success, both internally and externally – and needs to extend all the way to board level, delegates at CFO Day heard.

Top finance executives gathered at The Leonardo on 14 May for the annual CFO Day to learn how to turn their organisation’s value statement into a compelling story.

As the CFO of SANEDI, Lethabo Manamela is at the coalface of looking at what the country and its citizens need to address the increasing energy challenges in South Africa.

Redefine Properties CFO Ntobeko Nyawo unpacks the company’s recent results, which are looking positive despite high interest rates and low disposable income.

TWK Agri FD Eddie Fivaz joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

With South Africa among the bottom 20 percent of countries when it comes to social impact effectiveness, Kearney experts unpack how CFOs can align purpose with profit to improve the “S” in their ESG impact.

Hanré Rossouw will step down as the CFO of Sasol after completing the company’s current year-end results.

Wesgro CFO Sandiso Gcwabe joins the list of finance leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Graham Mears, CFO and partner at M&C Saatchi Abel, has gone from the big hole in Kimberley to a 17-year career in London, and has just implemented a massive MBO deal.

Christine Buys, a chartered accountant at ROMPCO, took a sabbatical and left her position as a manager in finance covering the retail business in Sasol Energy to consider her ideal role.

CFOs Louis de Wet and Lehan le Grange have had to find ways to retain staff by addressing remote working and development challenges during exponential technological advances.

After acting in the role since October 2023, Sayurie has shown that she has what it takes to drop the “acting” and become Anglo American Platinum’s new CFO.

Mustek group FD Shabana Aboo Baker joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Having spent the last three years as the CFO of SAFCOL, D’Shorne Human has seen a lot of opportunities for the private sector to collaborate with the public sector.

Deon Raju, who has spent his entire career at Absa, has been appointed as the bank’s new group FD.

Having recently bought e-commerce retailer Drink Nil, serial entrepreneur and CA(SA) Ayanda Mvandaba has seen an opportunity for South Africa to compete in the international non-alcoholic drinks market.

FNB Commercial Banking CFO Melissa Stevens unpacks some of the challenges she’s facing when it comes to the recruitment and development of her finance team.

The cloud solutions company joins the line-up of partners showcasing their services at the Finance Indaba on 10 October.

CFO South Africa and Maarten de Borst hosted a workshop for finance executives and a masterclass for their teams diving into the benefits of using ChatGPT and generative AI to improve efficiencies at work.

DRDGold CFO Riaan Davel joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Bruce Bydawell has spent the last five years as the CFO of AlexForbes, implementing a new strategy for the company and transforming its finance function.

Following many shutdowns in the industry, GVK-Siya Zama CFO John de Sousa unpacks the outlook for the construction industry and reveals what both the government and private sector can do to help turn this around.

Motus Corporation CFO Ockert Janse van Rensburg has been promoted to the group’s CEO, taking over from Osman Arbee, who is retiring.

CFO Rebecca Pole reveals the work Dimension Data’s finance and management teams have put into rebranding the IT company, now called NTT Data, and rolling out global best practices.

FEM CFO Yusuf Bodiat has resigned and will step down later this year, when he takes up a new opportunity at another insurer.