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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.

Finance Indaba Online attendees get the playbook on how to win as the next generation of finance leaders.

Sharon Naidoo, Hannes Boonzaaier and Zakhe Khuzwayo will explore the impacts of in-house and outsourced functions.

Yusuf explains that work is just a small piece of the pie when balancing life, and should be given the respective time.

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

With all our plans down the drain, Tinyiko Sihlangu and Rika Hopley will reveal what comes after the pandemic.

The specialist recruitment company will be showcasing at this year’s online and live Finance Indabas.

Companies have been reviewing their business structures, and cutting the fat is resulting in leaner operations.

Empowered investment holding company’s R1.6 billion expansion into the convenience fuel retail sector.

The 2022 High-Performance Team Award winner unpacks how she has created a winning team.

Having been in the finance space her entire career, Tasneem is ready for the challenge of being CEO.

The 2021 CFO of the Year will be sharing her success story to inspire the next generation of finance leaders.

Buhle Hanise, Jubilant Speckman, and Marlé van der Walt will reveal their greatest errors and lessons.

The CFO unpacks the industry-leading initiatives behind Omnia’s recent sustainability award win.

The head of risk management and audit strategy at Discovery Health is also the founder of Boss Babes of South Africa.

Arno Daehnke, Raj Nana, Rebecca Pole and Devrani Moonsamy will unpack the importance of ESG in business.

FIRtech CEO Ugan Maistry reveals that CFOs are using digital workers to help automate accounting processes.

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

Nedbank CIB execs unpack cyber-attacks and give tips on what safety measures should be in place.

Companies have been reviewing their business structures, and cutting the fat is resulting in leaner operations.

Ruwayda takes over as Lwazi Bam steps down from his 28-year tenure with the firm.

Monthly online deliveries increase tenfold over two years and insurance range extends to gap cover.

After several fruitful decades as JAM International, the dynamic NGO has rebranded to ForAfrika.

Yota first fell in love with Ford when she was eight years old, now she’s the motor company’s CFO.

We take a closer look at this week’s market news focusing on appointments and resignations to company boards.

David will be taking over from Coen Jonker, and will move to the company’s head office in Singapore.

Tendai Matore is no stranger to challenges, and he has learnt to face it head-on.

CFO Brad Wentzel reveals how he sparked a new interest in the dairy’s bird life with a competition.

Decision Inc's Desmond Struwig says finance leaders need to put their business strategy first.

The Harmony Gold FD joins the list of 2022 CFO Awards nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Companies have been forced to review their business structures, including shedding non-core assets.

Cobus has a strong background in investment management in the energy and resource industries.

The holding company has been acquired by Old Mutual Private Equity and will be delisting from the JSE.

The newly appointed CFO of CFAO Equipment SA is looking forward to the learnings the new role brings.

Companies have been forced to review their business structures, including their asset strategies.

David steps in for Louis von Zeuner, who won’t be available for re-election as chairman.