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CFOs discuss the external factors affecting their companies' performance and share how they deal with them.

The former Bosasa CFO revealed he and Angelo Agrizzi used a tractor to dispose of incriminating documents.

Mqondisi Gumede will discuss why "psychological innovation and insight is just as valuable as technical innovation."

Santam will be listed on JSE competitor A2X Markets exchange as of 1 February 2019.

Uncertainty and change make for tough decision making. CFO SA's Graham Fehrsen offers tips to help.

Mohammed Akoojee takes over as the recently listed Imperial Logistics CEO as of 1 February.

The CEO says that it was never her intention to stay for this long.

Awards Judges impressed with the calibre of the nominees interviewed ahead of the 15 May ceremony.

Former CFOs Andries van Tonder and Patrick Gillingham have been named in the testimony by Angelo Agrizzi.

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Jaco Maritz has 18 years of mining experience, but he's proudest of the people he's developing.

Santam CFO Hennie Nel has been nominated for the CFO Awards 2019.

Yoco's annual Q4 2018 Small Business Pulse shows small businesses are more buoyant than big.

MultiChoice to list on JSE, Edcon hopes for PIC funding and Absa joins with French bank.

"CFO Clean Audit" Irene Singo moves from the Department of Mineral Resources to transport industry.

Capitec, Black Umbrellas, Jaguar Land Rover, Torre Industries and 4AX's CFOs explain their approaches.

Her resignation is effective from end March, and she will work to ensure a seamless transition.

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The IDC's CFO Nonkululeko Dlamini has been nominated for the CFO Awards 2019.

How to win at this next, big, bright, brilliant thing that is digital transformation.

Shahied Daniels has been appointed as the new CEO of SAIPA as of 21 January.

Royal Bafokeng Holdings' CFO Nakedi Ramaphakela has been nominated for the CFO Awards 2019.

A management services agreement states that Glencore International will make personnel available to Katanga.

Some of the best finance leaders of the country came to the Deloitte headquarters in Woodmead on 21 January 2019 for the first CFO Awards nominee interviews of the year.

Grant Pattison, Edcon CEO, says the company is working on detailed clauses of the final agreement.

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Acting CFO Mohammed Mahomedy says Transnet is spending significant time going through thousands of contracts.

The Reserve Bank governor speaks out about ANC's call for a "flexible monetary policy regime".

Dealmakers are looking at Kenya, Group Five sells of its subsidiaries and Helios Towers enters SA market.

Delivering a stronger finance team, ensuring a succession path and enjoying the fine local gins…

The new laws deal with excise duties, anti-avoidance, and evaluating the impact of increasing VAT.

Is it their interpersonal skills, their leadership qualities or their values? We reveal leading CFO characteristics.

Elon Musk hints that Tesla will probably be coming to SA at the end of 2019.

Lillian Barnard has been appointed as the new managing director of Microsoft South Africa.

The Get Smart summit this February will present the EOH Group FD and other inspirational speakers.

The Land Bank has appointed Konehali Gugushe as its new acting CFO.

SAA has appointed Vusi Pikoli as its new chief risk and compliance officer from 1 February.

Beware staff who say, "But we don't do it that way."

Jabu has replaced Udayan Sen as CFO of BP Southern Africa as of 1 January.

John Hudson has been appointed as sugar producer Tongaat Hulett's new CEO.

Kumba Iron Ore's CFO Bothwell Mazarura has been nominated for the CFO Awards 2019.

Several Steinhoff International directors have been served with papers as part of multibillion-rand lawsuit.

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Creditor LSW GmbH is challenging Steinhoff's plan to restructure its convertible debt into new secure loans.

Three Alexander Forbes executives have resigned as the company moves forward with a strategic review.

Jaco Maritz, Syspro CFO, believes that South Africa does not lag behind its global tech counterparts.

Discovery Bank has appointed Frank Rizzo as head of internal audit as of January this year.

Adapt-IT to buy Wisenet Group and Ascendis Health to sell its manufacturing facility to Mylan.

The entrepreneur and businessman appeals to all decision-makers in business to do right by SMEs.

Manenzhe Manenzhe's appointment follows the implication of former CFO Charity Wurayayi in a controversial tender.

Lindsey was integral in the establishment of Climate Fund Managers and will now head up finance.

SAA secures the R3.5 billion loan it needed to keep operating until March 2019.

The ex-Huge Group CFO will be filling the roles of chief financial and commercial officer.

On Monday, Jim Yong Kim announced his resignation as president of the international lending institution.

He took on the role following Sanooj Pullarote's resignation amid concern over months-delayed financial results.

SA private sector business activity's deterioration eases as expectations improve for 2019.

SAPS announced Dimpane's appointment, along with the new divisional commissioner for HR Development, in December.

These three business leaders had the best-read Expert Insights on CFO South Africa in 2018.

"Integrated employee experience", admin automation and the gig economy will revolutionise our workplaces.

The Fourth Industrial Revolution is upon us. Finance Indaba speakers explained how to be prepared.

At a glittering ceremony in May, Christine came away with a record four CFO Awards.

A rising middle class and extensive mobile penetration make Africa a land of opportunity for insurers.

WiFi, IoT, personalised services - smart cities are providing businesses with opportunities to grow and flourish.

Obsidian's Muggie van Staden: "2019 is going to be an intriguing year for open source."

Wayne Koonin, Arie Maree and Piet Mouton share their strategies for closing winning deals.

Mariska Casey, UJ accounting lecturer, says a rush of blood to the head is good for CFOs.

Syrex's Ralph Berndt: Companies must be able to operate in the face of malicious cyber-attacks.

Once hailed as the killer app, email is dying. Are you ready for instant messaging?

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Sanjay Mewalall's assets were seized following allegations that he defrauded the municipality of R2 million.

In 2018, the CFO community shared their insights with CFO South Africa. Here's what they had to say.

These articles were the Top Five trending articles on www.cfo.co.za this year.

Lauren Berrington, Bidvest's chief audit executive, and her team brought an audit bot to life.

Many South African corporates invest in art, but how are these assets accounted for?

From golf and cycling to wine aficionados and art collectors, these are wealthy South Africans' hobbies.

These CFOs appointments and resignations made a big impact in the past 12 months.

The South African Airways Pilots Association has a plan to save SAA R313 million over three years.

The Enterprise Solutions head says CFOs are now important players in taking calculated technology risks.

Anthony Clacher replaces Cristina Teixeira as Group Five CFO from the end of December 2018.

Chairman Professor Wiseman Nkuhlu says KPMG is very different from what it was 18 months ago.

MTN group executive Herman Singh says these four attributes take time but are worth developing.

Motlanalo's Koko Khumalo: "I have been waiting for an opportunity to empower my staff."

Hulisani's CFO Masibulele Dem has been nominated for the CFO Awards 2019.

Wade International appointed Garron Stewart as their new financial director, starting in November.

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The CFO Award winner says to treat people respectfully, be interested, and not make assumptions.

The IDC announced the appointment of Tshokolo Nchocho following the resignation of stalwart Geoffrey Qhena.

"I don't like that their commitment lasts for work hours only," the misguided CEO said.

Absa's financial director Jason Quinn has been nominated for the CFO Awards 2019.

In the headlines: Grant Thornton completes BDO merger and Telkom eyes Cell C.

Meng Wanzhou faces extradition to the US on suspicion of violating US sanctions.

Fortress announces Ian Vorster as its new CFO, and Steven Brown as CEO designate.

Nampak's CFO Glenn Fullerton has been nominated for the CFO Awards 2019.

The iconic chicken brand founder talks people, poultry and the fight against Malaria in Africa.

The decision by the organisation and the judging panel follows legal action by Transnet.

The CFO believes their track record and disciplined approach will continue to deliver excellent returns.

Not getting the talent you want? Engage the universities, says UCT Graduate School of Business's Tim London.

JobsinFinance.co.za is the number-one portal helping finance professionals to make rewarding career moves.

The firm continues to support finance leaders at the 2019 CFO Awards and CFO SA events.

Phembani Group's executive director of finance Sizwe Nkosi has been nominated for CFO Awards 2019.

Standard Bank announces the appointment of a new chief executive for Wealth South Africa Division

CFO South Africa asked the insurance CFO about his role driving the group's FinTech revolution.

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NEPI Rockcastle fights back after Viceroy alleges the development company overstated its profit.

EOH Holdings has announced the appointment of Megan Pydigadu as its new group financial director.

Also, Intu Properties takeover fails, Tawana Resources merging with Alliance Mineral Assets and more.

In a presentation, SAA suggested a turnaround plan and funding for the next month into 2019.

ACS-Embrace is a specialist in ERP Software for a range of industries including financial and automotive.

Capitec CFO André du Plessis says they've been doing their business banking homework for some time.

After 16 months as acting CFO of Eskom, Calib Cassim has been permanently appointed.

Struggling to decide on where and how to spend your annual enterprise development budget as your financial year-end approaches? Consider partnering with Black Umbrellas.

African Rainbow Capital's CFO Bridget Radebe has been nominated for the CFO Awards 2019.

Mountain biking and finance transformation: Deloitte's Carryn Tennent enjoys the twists and turns of both.

Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr's cross-border M&A head says foreign investors are also considering Kenya and Botswana.

KPMG SA announced on Wednesday that Ignatius Sehoole has been appointed as their new CEO.

Learn from Starbucks and support your staff's studies - you'll become an employer of choice.

Afrimat CFO Pieter de Wit says finance professionals must embrace technology to free up their time.

CA Avhaathu Ntsho became a chef and plans to combine her skills in restaurant ownership.

JSE fines Pepkor for inadequate disclosures made during their listing and financial results in 2017.

Matshepo More takes over from Dan Matjila as acting CEO of the Public Investment Corporation.