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Inyathelo FD Soraya Joonas urges NPOs and universities to take time to explore the CARES Act.

Thabiso joins Altron Bytes from Adcorp Group, where he served as group finance executive.

RMI CEO Herman Bosman: The venture is an investment to target the UK home insurance market.

Alex will be taking over from exiting Herman Kotzé until a permanent CEO has been appointed.

Inge Walters discussed the internal barriers that keep women from achieving success.

EOH's Megan Pydigadu reveals that you can earn anyone's respect by being your authentic self.

Asathi will be taking over from Isabeau King, who has resigned as the company's CFO.

Brandon will be replacing former executive director of finance and administration Tsu Mhlanga.

SAP Concur Africa's Angelique Montalto shares five tech trends that give back to your company's finances.

Angelique Montalto: Companies aren't relieved of their duty to care for the wellbeing of their employees.

Here are four ways businesses can deal with today's uncertainty through improved spend management.

JAM CFO Nico Esterhuizen says the best time to choose personal growth is today.

Rammalane's resignation has resulted in the delay of the company's results for February 2020.

SAB VP of finance Andrew Murray: Cancellation is a direct consequence of losing 12 trading weeks.

V&A Waterfront plans to develop a R63 million multi-use facility says CFO Narriman Taliep.

"If you come forward and help us, you are helping the system work," Freeman said.

The integrity commission has asked David to step down for involving the Hawks in a family dispute.

Shaik and three associates allegedly defrauded the Coastal KZN TVET College of R30 million.

Omnia's Stephan Serfontein on implementing a turnaround strategy while stepping into FD role.

The proceeds of the offerings will go to future merger and acquisitions activity.

Rob will be taking over from Gerry McQuade as BT Group's enterprise unit CEO in March 2021.

CFO Andile Dyakala alleges that management had awarded 16 "irregular" tenders worth R62 million.

Christine's appointment as interim CEO comes after the resignation of Kelvin Dushnisky as CEO.

Jaco has withdrawn his resignation at the same time as CEO Andrew McLachlan steps down.

CFOs discuss the importance of collaborating in order to survive during CFO Community Conversation.

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Businesses need to apply data analytics, expertise and timely action to survive the "wild landscape".

Yolande says the SABC plans to reach a point where it won't be dependent on government bailouts.

Group CFO Megan Pydigadu says the EOH management team remains committed to transparency.

CFO Jurgens Myburgh: Mediclinic Southern Africa's revenue continues to be impacted by Covid-19.

Covid-19 shockwaves force leaders to rethink how tax risks are managed and tax practices are run.

CFO Pieter de Wit says that diversifying beyond construction has helped Afrimat to survive.

CFOs from different sectors will be sharing their stories of success in innovating on 30 July.

Peter will be taking over from acting CEO Pieter van der Westhuizen with effect from 1 September.

Oracle webinar reveals how scenario modeling can help companies achieve success during a crisis.

Auvasha Moodley leads on the dancefloor as she does in life; with elegance and determination.

Cash flow generation of the company improved in the first quarter of its 2021 financial year.

Ferdie joins Experian from Standard Chartered, where he served as COO for seven years.

Tariff reductions and remote working resulted in an increase in mobile traffic, says CFO Sitho Mdlalose.

CFO Paul Victor says that the sale of these assets can assist Sasol in paying down its debt.

This comes after Zeder sold part of its stake in Quantum to Astral competitor, Country Bird Holdings.

CFOs discuss the importance of supporting society while ensuring the survival of their organisations.

None of the participants of the BER survey regarded business conditions as satisfactory.

SARS commissioner Edward Kieswetter says that some businesses "may never come back".

Technologies like central management systems allow for more effective insurance claims cost control.

Hajra will be taking over from interim CFO Trevor GIles with effect from 1 November.

Adventurers Kingsley and Ross Holgate retire Land Rover Discoveries and move into Defenders.

The Land Rover Defender is clever, capable and safe for all the family, and in a category of its own.

UCT GSB's Timothy London looks at what works and doesn't work if leaders are to ensure relevance.

Danie's resignation comes after Denel announced a widened loss to R1.75 billion.

Growthpoint Properties wins IAS Excellence in Financial Reporting and Communications Award 2019.

Pierre will step down from the role of CEO in December, after 38 years with Spur Corporation.

She was under pressure to deliver life-saving gases, but denied her respite of running during lockdown.

The share price spike has made nCino one of the most successful listings of the year so far.

This follows a forecasted 10 to 13 percent decline in distributed income and the impact of Covid-19.

The airports have met the requirements set by SCAA to open for business travel.

ECDC reports five employees tested positive for Covid-19, but two have now recovered.

Sarah Kuijlaars looks forward to joining the diamond industry as De Beers's new CFO.

Mark Godfrey and Ashley Francis share their leadership lessons from Covid-19 and lockdown.

Bongiwe says TFG is fortunate that Covid-19 found the group with a strong balance sheet.

This week's conversation explored how companies' risk strategies have evolved as a result of the pandemic.

As part of a transformation drive, Babalwa has been elected as the first woman chair of UCT's council.

The programme is aimed at helping tourism return to full swing when lockdown regulations ease.

Deepa will be taking over from Pamela Padaychee, who has been acting as CFO.

SAA creditors approve business rescue plan and Phillip Saunders is appointed as interim CEO.

The Hulisani CFO was nominated for the 2019 CFO Awards, citing it a "truly awesome" experience.

MTN's brand value grew by 8 percent in 2020, maintaining its position as SA's most valuable brand.

The decision forms part of the group's cost-containment initiatives in response to Covid-19 impact.

This comes after the group cut almost half of its net debt during the year ended June 2020.

Akhil says it will be great to have a break from being restricted to his house during lockdown.

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These initiatives are aimed at increasing GDP, job creation, and increasing tax revenues.

Pramy started working with numbers when she was young, helping out with the books for her family's farm.

The manufacturing production industry has decreased by 49.4 percent year on year in April 2020.

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority plans to take action against insurers who are non-compliant.

CFO Shaneel Maharaj says that the tough economic environment led to a loss of tenants.

Members are looking at retirement fund suspensions and financial literacy for survival during lockdown.

Dexamethasone is the first treatment to show life-saving promise for those very ill with Covid-19.

This follows the Tribunal's ruling that Dis-Chem has engaged in price gouging on Covid-19 masks.

Robots are assisting humans to build cars, deliver packages and assemble computers. Blockchain is tracking diamond supply chains and monitoring construction equipment. Smart machines are showing up in hospitals, shipping containers, pharmacies, and more. For finance to meet the challenges of a digital world, CFOs need to transform their talent and use different tools and techniques.

Omnia share price jumps more than 10 percent following announcement of R129 million profit.

Oracle director Nick Jackson says efficiency and resilience will help CFOs embrace change.

Oracle director and CIMA deputy president Nick Jackson says CFOs need to be the face of change.

Fourth straight positioning as a leader recognises completeness of vision and ability to execute.

Financial applications should be able to respond to the changing business demands of the new normal.

MTN's Chris Badenhorst: Standardised reporting is important because you need to trust the numbers.

A webcast series brought to you by AICPA & CIMA and Oracle, with insights from McKinsey & Company.

Bradley will be taking over from Cobus Loubser as CEO with immediate effect.

Herman Singh: Covid-19 killed office work, but technology has become the knight in shining armour.

A webcast series brought to you by AICPA & CIMA and Oracle, with insights from McKinsey & Company.

Truter is the eighth person arrested and charged with 47 charges relating to the looting of VBS Bank.

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Iain's appointment follows a long legal battle with former CEO Peter Moyo.

Ahmed's exposure to the inner workings of government embedded a deep sense of responsibility.

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority has granted Barclays a licence to offer private banking.

Shilpa says women shouldn't shy away from leadership, especially during tough economic times.

Tongaat has been fined for its 2011 to 2018 financial information not complying with IFRS standards.

Jowayne will be taking over from exiting Chantelle Ah Sing, who will be pursuing her higher education.

Gert will be taking over from Nonkululeko Dlamini, who has since become CFO of Transnet.

The indomitable founder of CFO SA, CHRO SA and M&A Africa has passed away in his home country, The Netherlands.

Nonkululeko joins Transnet from the IDC where she was CFO for five years.

CFOs need to take a "yes, and" approach, but they also have to say "no" when it's necessary.

ACCA-qualified Bright says this is because of the death of cargo-transporting passenger flights.

Ilana will be taking over from Sateesh Kamath, who has been promoted to Vodafone CFO.

The drop in GDP growth marks the third consecutive decline since the third quarter of 2019.

Roxane says the Investec Life milestone proves there is a good reason to invest in technology.

A high EQ culture and strong empathy for customers makes Coupa Software a natural partner for organisations seeking to mitigate their supply chain risk. Todd Ford, CFO for the Nasdaq-listed tech player explains how the company helps customers navigate within a financially stressed world.

Mr Price has already shut four of its five Nigerian stores and expects to close the last one soon.

Sitho Mdlalose will be taking over from Till Streichert with effect from 1 July 2020.

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Webinar reveals that unsegregated responsibilities can lead to fraud, especially during Covid-19.

Having the wisdom to make smart decisions is something Thobeka Ntshiza, CFO of Avis Fleet, values.

Proud says the investment challenge has exposed him to new frontiers that school doesn't teach.

Merafong Municipality acting CFO Thys Wienekus plans to turn state witness following arrest.

Mark says that while Tito Mboweni's speech presented plans, there weren't any guidelines as to "how".

The QCTO CFO says CFOs need to take on the role of trauma surgeons and growth navigators.

Peregrine CEO Robert Katz says that he doesn't expect the economy to recover in the next 12 months.

Riaan says further downside scenarios have been used to stress test Exxaro's solvency and liquidity.

Machines and people need to work in concert for successfully ERP systems and enterprises.