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Despite being smaller than most of its peers in the PGM industry, Siyanda is miles ahead.

She is a weightlifter and a former powerlifter, but says she is often a firefighter at work as well!

How hydrogen is emerging as the key to South Africa’s cleaner, greener energy landscape.

Lerato Pule will take Cell C on its new growth journey following its successful recapitalisation.

The IRBA Chairman addresses prioritising strategies that address the broader financial reporting and governance ecosystem.

The ERP software company has returned to exhibit at this year’s Live Finance Indaba.

Despite facing various operational disruptions, Sibanye was able to turn a profit of R12.3 billion.

Adrian says the company’s continued success is because of the hard work of its people during a challenging year.

Leading women in the finance industry celebrate their achievements during Women’s Month.

The tax management software company will exhibit at this year’s Live Finance Indaba.

Willie will be leaving the role in September, and Emma Oosthuizen will step in as interim CFO.

The ABB South Africa CFO is passionate about fostering safer spaces for women in the workplace.

Sandile Mnguni told parliament that the floods had amounted to R3.9 billion in damages for the city.

CFO Cynthia Pongweni argues that more women need to be brought to the table.

The CPM software company will showcase at this year’s Live Finance Indaba.

The stock exchange hopes to change and simplify the exchange process through its recent funding round.

The director at PSTM Chartered Accountants believes audit should shift along with the business landscape.

A global leader in providing business technology, Sage will showcase live at this year’s Finance Indaba.

The data and information company will showcase at this year’s live Finance Indaba.

Punki was recently appointed as Absa’s chief strategy and sustainability officer after serving as interim FD.

TFG recently acquired Jet and Tapestry, seeing it enter into the value and home markets.

Yvette Glass finds new purpose by shifting to the owner of Evac+Chair South Africa.

Patricia says the audit profession needs to prioritise agility to co-exist with new technologies.

Babalwa discusses the demands of finance and data analytics and achieving that elusive work-life balance.

The professional services solutions company will exhibit at this year’s Live Finance Indaba.

Diarmuid has stepped down from the CFO role following the birth of his first child, and will return in 2023.

A webinar with business leaders examines how to help women advance in their careers.

Workday’s Brian Montgomery says CFOs play a central role in talent retention.

Thembi spoke at the material handling company’s 30th birthday, commemorating its achievements.

Neena Harri was appointed as the company’s CFO in July 2022.

For group reporting manager Maruschka du Plessis, Sedibelo is an empowering work environment.

Prof Philna Coetzee believes too few finance professionals consider pursuing postgraduate research opportunities.

ACCA will be revealing what the future of audit looks like at the Live Finance Indaba in October.

A vital part of ensuring gender equality is encouraging women to plan for their financial futures.

During the Women’s Dinner, Ruwayda reflected on the impact of female role models and of finding one’s unique purpose.

FCM Travel GM Bonnie Smith says business travel still has many upsides – as long as you plan ahead.

Auditor-General South Africa’s (AGSA) Bongi Ngoma says the task of uplifting women is generational.

Thabiso loves working with start-ups, and finds it inspiring and motivating to be part of helping them grow.

A panel discussion of some of South Africa’s top women executives looked at what it takes for women to succeed.

Finance leaders discussed the technologies that will have the most significant impact on business.

SnapScan CFO Derick Truscott shares the right mindset for scaling a company.

Tania Theron is equally dedicated to uplifting the underprivileged and helping her clients to grow their money.

Speaking at the CFO and CHRO South Africa Women’s Dinner, Avanthi said women need to take care of themselves too.

The annual CFO and CHRO South Africa Women’s Dinner left attendees feeling inspired and recognised.

When it comes to managing ESG, CFOs must adopt a readiness mindset.

The newly appointed CFO says he is privileged to be part of a brand that will change the software insurance industry.

Pramy started baking to manage stress, now she uses it to empower the women at Sappi Southern Africa.

The South African CA talks about her life in San Francisco, and the journey that took her there.

Buhle Hanise says the accounting profession has good news stories worth sharing.

CIPC will be talking about IFRS, GRAP and other mandates at their stand at the Live Finance Indaba in October.

The City of Ekurhuleni group CFO joins the list of nominees competing for the 2022 CFO of the Year title.

As the CFO of Maserati, Nico works in a fast-paced environment, but uses his bushveld knowledge to navigate it.

Yusuf Dockrat’s appointment as TymeBank’s CFO follows a series of other leadership changes for the group.

The VP for FP&A at Massmart considered becoming a wildlife vet, but then finance called him.

Bashier Adam, CEO of Nexia SAB&T, says audit stakeholders need to define common objectives.

Sage VP of finance Jordaan Burger unpacks the magic of financial storytelling.

Frederick has been appointed as the CFO of Graphene Manufacturing Group, with effect from 25 July.

The former Altron and MTN CEO has been appointed as an independent non-executive director at Telkom.

Webinar reveals the benefits of using technology to meet ESG’s finance requirements.

Willa hopes to bring a unique flavour to the role, and help his new team grow.

The medical fund has reported R7.4 billion in reserves for the 2021 financial year end.

Head of ACCA South Africa, Botswana & RMM says transformation means rethinking how the profession operates.

CFO Nonkululeko Dlamini says it is the single largest funding transaction in seven years.

Mediclinic’s independent board has approved Remgro’s fourth takeover offer of 504 pence per share.

Rowen Grierson explains that the next step in the evolution of the CFO role is becoming a chief futures officer.

Grant has taken over the role of CFO following the retirement of André du Plessis.

A CFO SA and Alteryx dinner delivered great insights into the country’s business landscape.

Shabana will be taking over from Neels Coetzee, who has been promoted to divisional MD.

Sandi will play a guiding role in the enterprise application software firm’s transition to a new business model.

Ian steps into the role following the early retirement of CFO Christine Ramon on 30 June.

The telco’s lenders have voted in favour of a compromised cash out offer to help deleverage the balance sheet.

The business management solutions company will showcase at this year’s live Finance Indaba.

iOCO’s Adriaan Rossouw reveals how analytics helps CFOs tackle assumptions and move on business moments.

The Cell C CFO joins the list of 2022 CFO Awards nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Top CFOs reveal how their organisations are creating new job opportunities across the country.

Gerald has been acting as both CFO and interim CEO of York Timber since July 2021.

Nishlan looks forward to what the future holds for Investec, and for technological advancements.

Continental programme to address pressing need for funding local infrastructure and development projects.

FD Riaan Koppeschaar reveals the impact of global economic shocks on Exxaro’s performance.

He encourages CFOs to beef up their AI, blockchain and automation knowledge for better results.

The South African joins Gatos Silver from Nevada Copper Corporation from 1 July.

Naspers’s strong revenue growth and share repurchase programme satisfies the market.

The secondary listing on A2X will provide Discovery’s investors with the benefit of an additional trading platform.

Allan Saffy looks at how CFOs can help their organisations combat the rate of change.

The Douglasdale Dairy CFO explains that it is up to finance leaders to always keep learning and imparting new knowledge.

The FEM CFO joins the list of 2022 CFO Awards nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

CFOs learned that they can use technology to reveal the blind spots they have within their businesses.

The ETDP SETA CFO explains that learning and development is a finance leader’s armour.

Pilanesberg Platinum Mines FM Lebo talks about motherhood, management, and the mining industry.

Leading CFOs share how they are enabling their finance teams and readying them for the future.

Michael Mncube shares how technology is changing the compliance and reporting landscape.

The TechnoDyn Group CFO unpacks why purpose-driven leadership has been attracting new interest.

The Lanseria CFO joins the list of 2022 CFO Awards nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

By partnering with Oxalys, Axian was able to ensure the integrity and traceability of its procurement process.

Finance expert unpacks how CFOs can use digital finance to improve their business performance.

Carolina explains that continuous learning and personal development will help CFOs stay skilled for the future.

The NYDA CFO outlines ways to empower young people – and how they can determine their own destiny.

Bongi achieved excellence when she became the first public sector CFO to win the CFO of the Year Award in 2022.

CFO South Africa webinar reveals why the chief value officer is the coolest new addition to the C-Suite.

Standard Bank has revised its interest rate outlook to 175 basis points for 2022, Arno Daehnke reveals.

From media entrepreneur to venture capital advisor, the CA has always sought innovative ideas and challenges.

The new role will give her exposure to the prospects and difficulties in Africa, Nilza says.

The AFMS Group CFO believes learning and development is a business imperative for all finance leaders.

The internal auditor plans to use the money to pay for her CIA exam registration fees.

The coal mine has benefited from coal price increases, but continues to face disruption from rail and economic issues.

The CFO has become a business enabler and one of the primary drivers of future development and success.

The DRDGold CFO joins the list of 2022 CFO Awards nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

The UCT CFO looks forward to making a meaningful impact on the accountancy profession.

Neither one is better than the other, finance leaders shared at Finance Indaba Online.

When Dawid Swart isn’t travelling the world, he’s trying to save it as Wetility’s CFO.

Yvonne Ayson, Hyundai’s finance GM is passionate about cars and proud to be a woman leader.

Having recently joined the National Youth Development Agency as CFO, Khuthi is both nervous and excited.

The Finance Indaba Online heard how companies are prioritising digitisation and employee wellness post-Covid-19.

Panellists say CFOs are increasingly being asked to act as a voice of ethics and accountability.

Finance Indaba Online was a unique platform for partners to share their value propositions and products.

If it is not purposeful, then it’s just lip service, CFOs told Finance Indaba attendees.

Only a few companies get all their data back when their system is hacked, says Pieter Nel.

The best way to learn is from your mistakes, and these executives turned their errors into important lessons.