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Brad explains that, during the hard lockdown, he had to replan Douglasdale Dairy’s strategy daily.

Recent civil unrest has highlighted the need to ensure business operations can be maintained as far as possible.

Leading women in finance and technology reveal that inclusion starts long before women enter the workforce.

CJ Kujenga says audit needs to add business value and to grapple differently with complexity.

Jurgen Hanekom, Octavius Vermooten and Rayhaan Samsodien have also been appointed as divisional CFOs.

Tiffany Dunsdon will be serving as interim CEO until a permanent replacement for Sibusiso has been appointed.

CFOs share how they have had to reset their boundaries since working from home.

The technology services company has been approved for a secondary listing on A2X Markets.

Zoliswa has had to wear sales, risk and operation leadership hats throughout her career at G4S South Africa.

CFO Dumisani Dlamini says the move will minimise the risk of handling cash and improve customer convenience.

Rihanna makes the billionaire list, rising aluminium prices depress consumers and more.

Nicholas has played a key role in developing the new Altron 2.0 business strategy and is ready to take it even further.

Enoch Godongwana will succeed Tito Mboweni as South Africa’s new Finance Minister.

Siveshen joins the group from Denel, where he served in various roles, including CFO of its Vehicle Systems business.

CFOs and CHROs gathered to share ideas, learn from thought leaders, and be inspired.

Jodi Joseph, divisional executive at CaseWare Africa, Adapt IT, says women have the ability to set their own trajectory.

Paul Cruickshank will be taking over from retiring RCL Foods CEO, Miles Dally.

Serame will serve as the CEO designate until July 2022, when he will take up the role of group CEO.

Digitisation and the Covid-19 pandemic are only some of the challenges Raisibe has faced this last year.

Tim Souter joins Appzone while continuing to manage several other interests.

Ford South Africa has appointed Yota Baron as its first women CFO in its 97-year history.

The group has spent R39.2 billion on its stakeholders and economic contributions for South Africa.

The new acting marketing head of ACCA South Africa brings wide-ranging experience to the role.

Wayne has been with the group for 14 years and is thrilled to join the TBWA\Chiat\Day LA team.

Veliswa has played a critical role in the merger of Barloworld Motor Retail and NMI Durban South Motors.

Bots are changing the way finance teams operate, including Hyundai Automotive SA, says CFO Thinus Venter.

Local manufacturing can provide some certainty at a time when shipping periods are uncertain, Terry says.

Tech and social media companies continue to post impressive results thanks to an increase in online activity.

Gerald Stoltz steps into the role as interim CEO at York Timber following the passing of Pieter van Zyl.

Not only does the group expect revenue growth, its debt levels have also improved beyond pre-Covid-19 levels.

The Communicare chair says the low-income development will help to build integrated communities.

The former Telkom and SAA CFO will take over from exiting Lebo Ntlha as Famous Brands’ group FD.

The new music streaming app comes at a time when the cost of data “pinches hard”, says Tramayne.

Travis Fisher is not your typical accountant – he’s also a professional waterskier.

Anabel Vieira will be taking over from exiting Anthony Stein as the FD of Octodec.

Mark says the support Hulamin has received to resume operations is an example of the country’s resilience.

Sayuri Naicker will be taking over from Waldi as the FD of Calgro M3 in March 2022.

Doshex founder Alex de Bruyn believes blockchain technology will begin to replace external audit.

Hulisani has extended Masibulele Dem’s time as the interim CEO until 14 October 2021.

Despite the challenges faced by the property sector, Heartwood has reported net asset growth.

Mirela and CEO Alexandru Morar are both leaving the company to pursue other entrepreneurial activities.

Reeza believes that Woolworths’ investment into online services has pointed the business in a new direction.

Sipho will step down from the role in June 2022, after eight years of service with Telkom.

BlackRock uses its proxy for climate good, BHP may be exiting oil and gas, and more.

The Sage EMEA VP says South Africans can deal with adversity and will bounce back.

Bongiwe says that TFG will start to rebuild and restock their stores that were affected by the recent civil unrest.

Herman Singh reflects on the recent civil unrest in South Africa and the impact it will have on businesses going forward.

Mark says that South Africans should work together during this time of civil unrest.

Consumer credit reporting agency TransUnion has signed up for the Finance Indaba Network.

Sappi Southern Africa has suspended several of its operations due to the civil unrest across South Africa.

Brydon Report author believes focus needs to be on restoring trust in capital markets globally.

Data is not an IT problem anymore, which is why CFOs need to get involved in its lifecycle in a business, says Serisha.

Dr Chris van Straten and Dr Stavros Nicolaou highlight the impact of Covid-19 and the civil unrest on mental health.

Eleven Woolworths stores have been looted and severely damaged in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng, Reeza says.

Ninety One has an obligation to help curtail disruptive climate change and ensure sustainability, says Kim.

Jordaan Burger and Brad Wentzel unpack their audit-ready processes, and how to improve them.

Otsile explains that a secondary listing option creates an alternative trading venue so investors have choice.

The US sees a 13-year high in inflation rate, emergency stimulus tapering off, and more.

The closure of the N3 highway, ports and railways due to civil unrest has impacted the movement of mining goods.

TymeBank’s Dietmar Bohmer highlights the benefits of banks moving to the cloud to stay agile.

Amanda Farris takes up the role of interim CFO following the resignation of CFO Jean Michel Bour.

Christine explains that the acquisition of Corvus shares presents AngloGold Ashanti with a unique opportunity.

Rob explains that it took extraordinary effort from the finance teams to refinance the debt facilities.

An authentic leader is trustworthy, understanding and inclusive, says JAM International CFO Nico Esterhuizen.

Ivanplats has ordered emission-free battery mining equipment for its new Platreef underground mine.

Dion Ramoo will be taking over as FD from Charl Herselman, who takes up the role of head of group finance.

The purchase forms part of the organisation’s intention to align executive interest with that of shareholders.

The suspension of the award comes as EOH sues John King for damages from his time as CFO.

Business spend management software company Coupa has signed up as an associate partner of CFO South Africa.

Rochelle has driven change throughout her career with a focus on people, processes and technology.

To create control, CFOs must standardise their finance processes, reveals CA Southern Africa’s Michael Brink.

The King Price Insurance CFO explains that, pandemic or not, remote working is here to stay.

Big tech under fire in China, while Trump aims his ire at social tech, and more.

Millions join the ranks of super-rich amid the pandemic.

Absa CIB-sponsored webinar unpacks the upcoming changes to LIBOR benchmarks.

Susan Hansen believes good decision-making requires understanding an organisation’s numbers – and their limitations.

Gregory will step into the role of Tsogo Sun Gaming CFO following the resignation of Annelize Hoyer.

Herman Singh shares the six key stages CFOs and organisations need to follow on their cloud journey.

Business is becoming increasingly complex, and audit needs to evolve accordingly, says PwC’s Dion Shango.

Christine will step down as interim CEO following the appointment of a new CEO, Alberto Calderon.

Adrian says Aveng’s strengthened balance sheet has enabled Moolmans to embark on a renewal plan.

Blayne Burke will be taking over from retiring Billy Neasham as the new CEO of ARB Holdings.

Sandile Mnguni will be taking over from retiring CFO Krish Kumar, who has been in the role for 40 years.

Keshree Alwar, who has been serving as CFO-designate, will be taking over from exiting CFO Harry Todd.

Michael Brink explains how finance professionals can benefit from automating their financial close.

Whisky, litigation funding and crowd farming are attractive alternative investments for South Africans.

The former Tiger Brands CFO has been appointed as an independent non-executive director.

Emira Property Fund has raised R805 million in sustainability-linked debt as part of its growing ESG focus.

Michel Doukeris has taken over from Carlos Brito as the CEO of Anheuser-Busch InBev.

Americans emerge richer from the pandemic, Facebook’s market value rises, and more.

Alex has been serving as interim CEO while Net1 was in the process of appointing a new CEO.

Hanré Rossouw will be taking over from exiting CFO Paul Victor in July 2022.

Financial services company CaseWare Africa has joined the Finance Indaba Network.

Sage’s Gerhard Hartman and AWCape’s Jeff Ryan explore the benefits of using cloud-based technologies.

Riaan says that various measures have been put in place to combat the impact of Covid-19.

EWX’s Trevor Niemack unpacks why smart finance leaders should be automating their reporting.

BDO SA’s head of finance explains how focusing on people and not just numbers can get you better results.

Simon and Brad explained what it took to shut down operations or to operate as an essential service.

The CFO says regulation, governance and compliance can be a competitive advantage.

Revenue growth is challenging in the current economic climate and cost efficiency is crucial for survival.

Billionaires want to go to space, but insurers don’t, John McAfee dies in prison and more.

A CFO South Africa webinar reveals how digital solutions and open banking are changing the finance industry.

The business travel solutions provider will also have an exhibition stand at the live Finance Indaba.

Private equity has changed substantially since the 1980s, says AIF professor Cyril Demaria.

The travel solutions provider will join the line-up of exhibitors at the live Finance Indaba in October.

Christelle will be incorporated as a director to complete the Cricket South Africa majority independent board.

Tramayne believes David and Goliath teaches that difficulty grows capability.

Sean Capazorio says embracing mandatory audit firm rotation early was a strategic decision for Aspen.

Ofhani’s love for science and a desire to improve the lives of the impoverished led him to start his own company.

South African Bruce Ramsden will take over from Greg Isenor as executive VP along with his role as CFO.

In Pat’s tenure, ACCA has seen a growth in membership, accredited universities and approved employers.

Finance leaders’ roles have shifted from being number crunchers to more strategic business partners.

As the CFO, Wessel will help lead the Colorado-based company through its next phase of growth.

Deon Smith, CFO of Thungela Resources, shares his playbook on how to go through a demerger during a pandemic.

Tsakeriwa explains that the agency has received unqualified audit opinions for the past two financial years.

Tax specialist and founder Nico Theron explains how Unicus Tax aims to make tax matters easier.

Coca-Cola’s share price fell because of Cristiano Rolando, and real estate markets show bubble warnings.

Nutanix’s Rowen Grierson explains why CFOs should be investing in subscription-based IT solutions.

The New Equation aims to focus on trust and sustainability reveals PwC CEO Dion Shango.

Strong all-round performance sets the stage for growth at Multichoice South Africa in 2022.