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We know the role of the CFO is evolving, but now post-Covid it’s do or die, says Herman Singh.

Mokgadi Malematsa, director at PSTM, says smaller firms have a responsibility to prepare for opportunities.

The ICT company has signed up for the Finance Indaba Network.

Karl Muller shares how Unilever achieved their ideal tax function through automation.

Harmony Gold FD Boipelo Lekubo shares her enthusiasm for the direction the CFO role is taking.

Anene’s experience as a deaf financial controller shows how communication improves inclusion.

Covid-19 has highlighted the need for adaptable asset-liability management, Prof Moorad Choudhry says.

Elon Musk sends Bitcoin into a downward slide, Dogecoin value has increased, and more.

Pieter Heyns said, in a “trust less” environment, bitcoin has shown that blockchain is secure and resilient.

CFO Sharla Chetty says the new upgrade will maximise the potential of their operations.

Lerena explains that Pick n Pay’s growth strategy does not include its pharmacy division.

The Mars South Africa CFO believes that CFOs need to be much more agile in the new world of work.

Innocent says running a restaurant is a completely different occupation from finance and lets him be creative.

CFO Adri Führi says e4 is proud to play a role in the development of the students’ technology skills.

Nonkululeko and Linda will be serving as independent non-executive directors on the Shoprite board.

Imre Nagy says the future of financial reporting is comprehensive regulation and accountability.

Accountants have been real life-savers during Covid-19 by transforming their human capital structures.

The company has made a lot of operational progress by exiting its loss-making operations.

The Sappi CFO and his team introduced a new strategy that steered the company through the Covid-19 crisis.

Senele is passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment for the young children of Osizweni.

CFO Paul Stedall says that finance professionals today are looking for the financial benefits of tech spend.

These factors are all the top risk concerns for the financial services industry, says Allianz report.

The agency is advertising for the positions of both CFO and CEO until 9 May.

Bill Gates divorce, Jeff Bezos selling Amazon shares and more making international headlines.

CFOs need to tell the story the audience needs to visualise the metrics, so they can make good decisions.

Jordaan says that CFOs need to utilise technology to become strategic business partners.

Explore Ai CFO Richard Labuschagne explains how spreading his wings powered his abilities and career.

Automating the statutory compliance checklist helps companies become investment-ready.

SAIPA, which caters for professional accountants, joins the line-up of partners for the Finance Indaba Network.

Having control over the real total cost of ownership of IT assets can produce significant cost savings.

Desmond has resigned as the CFO to pursue personal opportunities outside of ArcelorMittal.

Braam Jonker will be taking over from James Pettit, who has been acting as the company’s CFO.

Murad uses his finance knowledge to steer the research and development committees at Sygnia.

Lance Foxcroft will be taking over from Jan Potgieter when he retires as the Italtile CEO.

Darrin will be stepping in as interim CFO following the resignation of CEO Damain Matroos.

BAIC CFO Buhle Hanise’s story of success drives her to pull up other aspiring female CAs.

Russia fines Apple, Total withdraws its staff from Mozambique, Google parent company makes record profit, and more.

Brian believes that South Africa has some great business ideas, but that red tape is holding it back.

The tax services company has joined the line up of partners for the Finance Indaba Network.

Nik Romano reveals six key areas where CFOs can provide more significant insights through digitised treasury functions.

Community Conversation reveals that businesses will be left behind when they don’t embrace change.

Professor Joost de Haas believes managers need to learn to navigate storms, not blue oceans.

Finding success as an outsourced CFO gives Bonnie the space to co-create thriving businesses.

Sekgene, Pitzo and Nolubabalo share their favourite experiences from the Finance Indaba Online.

Striata’s Stergios Saltas shares everything organisations need to know to be POPI compliant.

Disruption is key; so too is governance, says the head of KPMG SA’s Emerging Tech Unit.

Christo has been acting as CFO since November 2020 and will replace Itay Young in June this year.

The two parties have agreed that it was in their mutual interest to separate and move on.

The attendees who participated the most at the Finance Indaba Online have won outstanding prizes.

A proponent of digital tech as a key enabler, Mark talks about Mr Price’s recent acquisitions and growth opportunities.

Dynamic and charismatic, Nikola Ramsden gained a lot of her independence, structure, and maturity from a childhood tragedy.

In this case study, Dimago's Pierre Naudee tackles internal auditing using Alteryx.

From China’s clampdown on Ant Group to JP Morgan Chase being downgraded, and more.

Premier FMCG has appointed its group CFO Kobus Gertenbach as its new CEO.

Punki steps into the role following the appointment of FD Jason Quinn as interim CEO of Absa.

Pieter steps in as Nutritional Holdings FD after the resignation of Suzanne Meyer.

ETDP SETA CFO Nonhlanhla Mona-Dick takes her inspiration in hope and empathy from Maya Angelou.

Measures need to be implemented to open up the sector, says the head of ACCA Southern Africa.

Cell C’s increased focus on more profitable subscribers saw its EBITDA up by 30 percent.

Herman Singh says a successful strategy can adapt to changes in the environment.

Himanshu will be taking over from James Lenton as Hammerson’s new CFO.

Brian Harvey will be taking over from exiting Fulu Ravele as the new FD of Renergen.

Jason Quinn takes over from Daniel Mminele, who has only been in the role for 15 months.

Emanuel has previously worked for Truworths in various directorship roles for over 16 years.

PwC's Robert Beighton explained the levers to create shareholder value in CFO Community Conversation.

The violence incidents experienced by some Kumba employees during lockdown spurred Bothwell into action.

Data analytics platform Envestnet Yodlee has signed up for the Finance Indaba Network.

A CFO South Africa webinar looks at how smaller practices are keeping SMEs alive and kicking during Covid-19.

Cryptocurrencies continue their darling status, ecommerce giants go head to head and more.

Masibulele Dem will serve in the role of interim CEO until 19 May, stepping in for exiting Marubini Raphulu.

Fikile Mhlontlo will help the new interim CEO in transitioning the business so it's ready to re-enter the market.

Neerusha has been promoted from the director of financial services to the CFO of Silica.

Kennedy will be responsible for transforming the bank into a successful investible diversified retail bank.

Thomas will be responsible for transitioning the company from business rescue to re-entry into the market.

Jen explains some of the benefits of going on a digital transformation journey to transform the finance function.

Accountability needs to encompass all role players – not just auditors, says SNG Grant Thornton CEO.

Adaptability and agility are key competencies as technology becomes entrenched in every aspect of business.

Maurice will be responsible for the development and implementation of Visa’s growth strategy in the region.

D’Shorne hopes to introduce good governance, ethical behaviour and integrity into the SOC space.

In the new role as CFO, Johan will oversee all aspects of Finance of America’s finance.

Megan Pydigadu reveals some of the lessons learnt from EOH’s pre-pandemic liquidity crisis.

The delisting will allow Comair to apply new focus on growing the business.

Thembi Mazibuko accredits Masslift’s success during Covid-19 to its employees.

Finance ministers from leading economies are looking at a global minimum corporate tax and more.

Deon will serve as the CFO of Anglo American’s demerged South African coal operations business.

Investec Specialist Bank CFO Marlé van der Walt has been promoted to the FD of Investec Bank.

TWK saw a 41 percent year-on-year profit increase due to its diversified income streams and assets.

Sam takes over from James Gibson as the group FD of the Raubex Group.

As the CFO of the SABC Yolande van Biljon is part of the team responsible for steering the broadcaster back to financial sustainability.

Tencent Africa CFO Tramayne Monaghan shares three of his favourite reads.

Balraj takes over as CFO from Marine van Brakel, who has been appointed as the company’s COO.

From automation to working from home, finance professionals are focusing on becoming future fit.

Thabang will serve in the role of interim group CFO until a permanent appointment has been made.

Global chips shortage, luxury brands under scrutiny and Moody’s fined for negligence make headlines.

Fulu Ravele steps down as the FD of Renergen to pursue other opportunities.

Shafeeq Abrahams has taken over from Linda Mateza as the EPPF’s CEO and principal.

CFO Pieter de Wit sees the value of soft skills in contributing to a company’s success.

The roll-out of Uber Direct and Uber Connect in South Africa during Covid-19 was Timothy’s brainchild.

Xolani steps into the role after serving as the company’s FD and briefly spending time in its operations.

Elena believes that people should be empowered to be able to deal with challenges.

PwC partner Nicholas Ganz believes adaptability is key to delivering tomorrow’s audit.

How CFOs have stepped up from being number crunchers to value-added executives.

A panel of women CFOs shared their journey and how they have survived in male-dominated spaces.

EOH’s Megan Pydigadu and other panellists revealed how they keep the cash flowing in tough times.

Cryptocurrencies and AI are likely to change the face of mergers and acquisitions post-Covid-19.

Is MAFR supporting diversity and eliminating bias, or could it be doing better?

The audience learnt why the relationship between man and machine is exemplified in the Dakar Challenge.

Standard Bank Group’s Sayuri Govender believes detailed budgets do not lead to outcomes.

Nando’s CFO Simon Adams said that for finance professionals, storytelling is becoming a superpower.

Robust decisions, ethical conduct and putting your employees first all make for a good leader.

Futurist Graeme Codrington challenged CFOs to think of ridiculous ideas to help drive their organisations.

Carolina is the executive director of finance and student administration at the University of Pretoria.

Finance professionals only have two days left to register for a full day of free learning – don’t miss out!

CFO Sean Doherty and other experts will highlight the role of CFOs in making deals happen.

Bothwell Mazarura and other CFOs will be painting a picture of what finance looks like in the future.

Pieter highlights the double challenge of acting as CEO and running finance during a pandemic.

CFOs share what they are doing to change the tone at the top for women inclusion in the workplace.

Turkish lira tumbles 7.5 percent, stranded container ship causes backlog in world’s shipping channel and more.

Ockert has been nominated for his work as the CFO of Motus Corporation.

John will be taking over from Phil Roux, whose term as CEO has come to an end.