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The bank’s secondary listing on A2X demonstrates its support for developing South Africa’s capital markets.

Toyota Tsusho Africa’s CFO says disasters are an unlikely catalyst for future clarity.

The book highlights nine pivotal steps each CFO has to take to become successful, says Lehan.

The FEM CFO shares his concern for the future of small businesses amid increased loadshedding.

EOH has issued the final terms of its rights offer that will see it pay off its legacy debt.

Jenna has been appointed as the fund’s permanent CFO after serving as interim CFO since July 2022.

Derick Truscott believes the tech players who stay grounded in the fundamentals will be the winners of 2023.

Sudesh Moodley will step in as the new FD of Dipula following the resignation of Ridwaan Asmal.

The TFG CFO looks to build on the success of 2022 and drive further growth, despite new challenges.

Outgoing group CEO André de Ruyter is expected to leave at the end of March.

The group finance director at Momentum Metropolitan Holdings shares insights on walking away with the award.

A look at how CFOs balanced their work and play time this year.

Charl Keyter, Fathima Ally and others unpack the mining highlights and challenges they faced this year.

These are the big M&A stories that grabbed the attention of our community this year.

The Finance Indaba Online taught CFOs how to win as the next generation of finance leaders.

Nedbank Wealth CFO Nadia Schaerer believes that finance is the glue that holds business together.

A look back at how the property industry navigated business disruptions caused by Covid-19.

A look at how CFOs navigated the supply-chain disruptions brought on by crises this year.

A look at what role CFOs played during the devastating KwaZulu-Natal floods.

Top CFOs share how they are ensuring that their organisations’ ESG activities benefit the environment.

We take a look back at the important topics that arose during our CFO Day in May.

A look back at some of the CAs who’ve made a great impact in the finance profession.

A sneak peek at how CFOs are readying their finance teams for the future using technology.

A look back at how top CFOs remedied underperformance this year by adjusting their asset strategies.

Microsoft SA CFO Welela Dawit on being a mission-driven financial leader in Africa.

These top CFOs have gone above and beyond to help small businesses grow during tough times.

Sasfin, Thungela, Naspers and more experienced great results despite economic challenges.

FNB Botswana’s Luke Woodford shares some reflections on his personal 100-day plan for the CFO role.

Otsile believes the market has come to understand that being listed on A2X adds value for companies.

Learning and development is top-of-mind for many CFOs who hope to be great leaders.

Fawzia takes over from Carmini Kander, who has been acting as CFO since May 2022.

From early retirements, to new companies, to CEOs, these were the top movers for the year.

This year, we spoke to some of the inspiring leaders that are driving finance across the country.

Leading CFOs gather around a dinner table to discuss what their CEOs want from them in the new year.

Lebogang unpacks what travel looked like in 2022, and what’s in store for 2023.

Banks must keep up with disruptive technologies and new players, writes Charles Edelstein, CFO of Executive Placements.

Margherita will hold the role, along with her current role, until a replacement for Nick Read has been appointed.

He couldn’t pass up the request to help Frey’s recover after the challenges from the last two years.

IPP Office’s head of finance Dzunani Makgopa on responding to South Africa’s power crisis.

ACCA South Africa's Kada Phiri calls on accountants to play a role in improving the future by helping to build a better world.

Emma has served in the company’s finance function before, as VP of finance and interim CFO.

Ellen will relinquish her roles as company secretary and financial manager, and step in as FD from 1 December.

An avid road runner, Grant uses his training techniques to be a strong leader at Capitec.

David Hamilton says Coupa was proud to be able to recognise all the incredible work that CFOs are doing.

How CFOs can change their businesses using credit in a new world under the spotlight during TransUnion webinar.

Nominate the CFO that inspires you most to be recognised at the 2023 CFO Awards.

Taryn has been with the company since 2004, and takes over from retiring CFO Klaus Eser.

Sandiso aims to create sustainable value as new Wesgro CFO, starting in the new year.

SoluGrowth's Pierre Botha explains why choosing a homegrown solution beats low-cost offshore BPO destinations.

Ramasela explains that she looks forward to leading the new unbundled ZEDA as its group CEO.

Burtie September will take up the CFO role in January 2023, when Cobus Loubser takes on the CEO role.

IFAC president Asmâa Resmouki says there should be lower costs and barriers to entry for the profession.

CFOs reveal how they are navigating the supply-chain disruptions brought on by crises.

On 16 November, CFOs were encouraged to be innovative leaders in this new era of disruption.

Schalk will resign from PwC, and York Timber has commenced the search for a new audit partner.

The CFO explains that he looks forward to building on the firm foundation laid by his predecessors.

The former AngloGold Ashanti CFO will serve as a non-executive director on the Vodafone Group board of directors.

Grant Manicom shares how his entrepreneurial outlook has led to career success.

Finance leaders gathered at the Polo Room at Inanda Club to receive top honours.

On 16 November, the "Oscars of the finance profession" celebrated the winners of the 2022 CFO Awards.

The enterprise cloud services provider has partnered with the CFO Awards again this year.

CFOs reveal how they are navigating the supply-chain disruptions brought on by crises.

On 16 November, one of 21 nominees will be crowned the CFO of the Year at the 2022 CFO Awards ceremony.

TreasuryONE CEO Hennie de Klerk unpacks what it takes to be a great Young CFO of the Year.

As CFO of a leading agro-forestry circular economy organisation, Cindy likes nothing more than solving puzzles.

ACCA is one of the Associate Partners at this year’s CFO Awards, which take place on 16 November.

CEO Imre Nagy says the regulatory body is proactively engaging with stakeholders.

Telecom expense management can reduce IoT connectivity costs by 30 percent, reveals Apex BI’s Neil Buckley.

This year, six CFO Awards nominees are competing for the Young CFO of the Year title.

Nina explains that a great CFO is someone who is able to unlock insights from the data of the entire organisation.

CFOs reveal how they are navigating the supply-chain disruptions brought on by crises.

Laila unpacks how Equites is using lessons from Covid-19 to navigate inflation spikes in SA and the UK.

Transparent’s Lourens van Zyl explains that this year’s CFO of the Year will be a strategist and business partner.

She will continue serving her three months’ notice, and step down at the end of January 2023.

Monde is proof that a CA qualification can open a world of opportunities.

Deloitte's Siliziwe Mafika reveals how CFOs can transition into their roles to take on these challenges.

Times 3 Technologies’ Stephen Howe explains that finance as a function has evolved right alongside technology.

Gordon Traill will be taking over from CFO Michael Fleming, who retires at the end of 2022.

Inyathelo FD Soraya Joonas says non-profit reporting needs to go beyond a tick-box exercise.

Four nominees will be competing for the coveted Public Sector CFO of the Year Award at the 2022 CFO Awards.

CFOs reveal how they are navigating the supply-chain disruptions brought on by crises.

The Bidvest Insurance CFO believes that he should be both receiving and giving value in everything he does.

Calling all CFOs to share their insights on how banks have enabled your business.

From a thought-provoking keynote, insightful sessions, to comedy, the Finance Indaba was an impactful conference.

With little more than three weeks to go until the 2022 CFO Awards, we reminisce on last year’s winners.

CFOs reveal how they are navigating the supply-chain disruptions brought on by crises.

Top CFOs discuss how they can bring back the positivity of South Africans by solving problems themselves.

The SAP Africa CFO reveals why women shouldn’t leave their jobs anytime soon.

Yvonne Soglo believes ethical training should be part of continual professional development.

Adopting technology will open doors for growth and productivity within SMEs, says PKF’s Nicole Rousseau.

Focusing on a just transition will help to curb the effects of climate change on the African continent.

Like building a motorcycle, you need to follow a service manual to be a great leader, says CFO Brad Wentzel.

Finance Indaba panellists uncovered how driving ethical excellence is key to restoring trust in the auditing profession.

Tesla can provide lessons in spearheading the change necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing business environment.

At the 2022 Finance Indaba, three leading executives shared what makes our accountants globally adaptable.

Finance Indaba attendees discover how the blockchain is redefining ownership.

Three CFOs shared their insights into integrating company cultures after an acquisition and merger at Finance Indaba.

The founder and chief executive of Jack Frost, Paul Steenkamp, discussed innovation and character strengths.

Conversation and collaboration are essential, said leaders at the Finance Indaba.

As new reporting methods emerge, compliance leaders debated digital financial reporting at the Finance Indaba.

IIA SA CEO Julius Mojapelo explains how data-led performance management can help drive KPIs.

Three Finance Indaba panellists shared their tools for early career success.

CFOs advised Finance Indaba delegates on the importance of digitisation in modern finance.

Finance leaders share tactics that SMEs need to grow and thrive, with automation the key lever.

Today’s finance leaders want to grow beyond being business partners, says Workday’s Leslie Marie.

Finance Indaba panellists suggest ways to promote integrity in a climate where corruption often goes unchecked.

CFOs emphasise that leaders in the finance world should lead with authenticity at this year's Finance Indaba.

Adaptability and collaboration will be key for the future of finance, delegates heard at the Finance Indaba.

Finance Indaba panellists unpacked delivering growth in an operational environment with extreme headwinds.

Future-focused CFOs must build non-traditional skills like storytelling, said experts at the Finance Indaba.

Finance leaders can no longer afford to do without data and analytics, says Sage’s Mohammed Mosam.

Creating value with smart technology under the spotlight at Finance Indaba 2022.

Finance execs discussed their role in transformation at the Finance Indaba Live 2022.

Tsakani Maluleke emphasises the role of accountants in building a better country at Finance Indaba.

The bank will showcase at this year’s live Finance Indaba on 20 October.

Top CFOs agree that South Africans need to focus on the solution instead of lingering on the problems.

The software solutions provider will showcase at this year’s live Finance Indaba on 20 October.

Mary-Anne Musekiwa, Zakariya Alli and Welela Dawit will reveal what modern finance really looks like.