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08 July 2020 Herman Singh: Covid-19 killed office work, but technology has become the knight in shining armour. 08 July 2020 A webcast series brought to you by AICPA & CIMA and Oracle, with insights from McKinsey & Company. 07 July 2020 Truter is the eighth person arrested and charged with 47 charges relating to the looting of VBS Bank. 07 July 2020 Experience the ultimate practical sports car and tailor your offer today. 06 July 2020 Want to stay up to date with the latest developments in finance, but short on time? Don't worry. CFO South Africa weekly collects 10 of the most important articles from international media for your convenience. 06 July 2020 Iain's appointment follows a long legal battle with former CEO Peter Moyo. 06 July 2020 Ahmed's exposure to the inner workings of government embedded a deep sense of responsibility. 03 July 2020 The Financial Sector Conduct Authority has granted Barclays a licence to offer private banking. 03 July 2020 Shilpa says women shouldn't shy away from leadership, especially during tough economic times. 03 July 2020 Tongaat has been fined for its 2011 to 2018 financial information not complying with IFRS standards. 03 July 2020 Jowayne will be taking over from exiting Chantelle Ah Sing, who will be pursuing her higher education. 03 July 2020 Gert will be taking over from Nonkululeko Dlamini, who has since become CFO of Transnet. 02 July 2020 The indomitable founder of CFO SA, CHRO SA and M&A Africa has passed away in his home country, The Netherlands. 02 July 2020 Nonkululeko joins Transnet from the IDC where she was CFO for five years. 02 July 2020 CFOs need to take a "yes, and" approach, but they also have to say "no" when it's necessary. 02 July 2020 ACCA-qualified Bright says this is because of the death of cargo-transporting passenger flights. 01 July 2020 Ilana will be taking over from Sateesh Kamath, who has been promoted to Vodafone CFO. 01 July 2020 The drop in GDP growth marks the third consecutive decline since the third quarter of 2019. 30 June 2020 Roxane says the Investec Life milestone proves there is a good reason to invest in technology. 30 June 2020 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. 29 June 2020 Mr Price has already shut four of its five Nigerian stores and expects to close the last one soon. 29 June 2020 Sitho Mdlalose will be taking over from Till Streichert with effect from 1 July 2020. 28 June 2020 Want to stay up to date with the latest developments in finance, but short on time? Don't worry. CFO South Africa weekly collects 10 of the most important articles from international media for your convenience. 28 June 2020 Webinar reveals that unsegregated responsibilities can lead to fraud, especially during Covid-19. 26 June 2020 Having the wisdom to make smart decisions is something Thobeka Ntshiza, CFO of Avis Fleet, values. 26 June 2020 Proud says the investment challenge has exposed him to new frontiers that school doesn't teach. 26 June 2020 Merafong Municipality acting CFO Thys Wienekus plans to turn state witness following arrest. 26 June 2020 Mark says that while Tito Mboweni's speech presented plans, there weren't any guidelines as to "how". 26 June 2020 The QCTO CFO says CFOs need to take on the role of trauma surgeons and growth navigators. 25 June 2020 Peregrine CEO Robert Katz says that he doesn't expect the economy to recover in the next 12 months. 25 June 2020 Riaan says further downside scenarios have been used to stress test Exxaro's solvency and liquidity. 25 June 2020 Machines and people need to work in concert for successfully ERP systems and enterprises. 25 June 2020 Although the CFOs expressed their concern about sovereign debt, there were some silver linings. 23 June 2020 Ashley anticipates budget cuts to be announced at minister Tito Mboweni's budget speech. 23 June 2020 Dr Claudelle von Eck: Interventions are cheaper than the cost of consequences of unethical culture. 23 June 2020 Companies will have to ensure compliance with the new sections within one year of their commencement. 23 June 2020 Despite Covid challenges, Reunert's ICT sector has reported good growth for the half-year. 23 June 2020 Sizwe believes we need to preserve the quality, growth and transformation of the accounting profession. 23 June 2020 Chantelle says AEEI's interim results put the company in a respectable position to navigate its future. 23 June 2020 For ACCA-qualified Yvonne Soglo, no day in the job is the same in her role as director: provincial budget analysis at the National Treasury. Her responsibilities including supporting 12 finance teams in the Limpopo province to deliver on spending that matches their budgets. 23 June 2020 Workday and Salesforce's Work.com come together to help customers better prepare their workforce. 23 June 2020 Workday has announced its results for the fiscal 2021 first quarter ended 30 April 2020. 23 June 2020 Microsoft, Workday announce strategic partnership to accelerate planning for today's world 22 June 2020 Sygnia achieved its highest six-month profit, highest dividend and highest six-month basic earnings. 22 June 2020 CEO Bernard Agulhas: We're proud that rotations are not limited to changing between the big four. 22 June 2020 DC Kemp will step into the role on 1 July and Adriaan van Rooyen will take up a new reporting position. 22 June 2020 Sean Doherty: "When things do eventually take a turn for the better, we can thrive together." 21 June 2020 Want to stay up to date with the latest developments in finance, but short on time? 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CFO South Africa weekly collects 10 of the most important articles from international media for your convenience. 19 June 2020 Sasol will be stepping away from its oil business to refocus on its chemicals business. 19 June 2020 TreasuryONE's Rudolph Janse van Rensburg takes CFOs through the automation process. 19 June 2020 Reshaad will head up the new artificial intelligence venture, which is set to launch on 10 October. 19 June 2020 Her role as African Rainbow Capital CFO enables her to make that positive contribution to society. 18 June 2020 CFOs believe the move to online, and improved healthcare and education are amongst silver linings. 18 June 2020 On Wednesday morning, eight men were arrested in connection with the R2.7 billion theft at VBS Mutual Bank. 17 June 2020 Laila has been serving as interim CFO of Equites since December 2019. 17 June 2020 Noel will be taking over from CJ Kujenga, who resigned to explore other opportunities. 17 June 2020 TreasuryONE's Rudolph Janse van Rensburg explains why finance professionals need to automate. 17 June 2020 This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that can make a positive difference, says David. 17 June 2020 We don't know what the future is going to hold, but we have the opportunity to make it better, Rhett says. 17 June 2020 She sees the challenge of the new role as promoting more flexibility, adaptability and agility. 16 June 2020 Andri looks forward to steering the group in this period of uncertainty and making use of opportunities. 15 June 2020 Robert looks forward to helping the company steer through the challenges it is currently facing. 15 June 2020 Want to stay up to date with the latest developments in finance, but short on time? Don't worry. CFO South Africa weekly collects 10 of the most important articles from international media for your convenience. 14 June 2020 Avashnee Ramdial has learnt that finance departments don't deliver well if their culture isn't cohesive and collaborative. She explained how she got this right as the CFO of Stanlib, based on a similar process in her prior role at Absa, and how she is keen to share the learnings from the hardships she has faced with other women in finance, in an interview with Georgina Guedes. 13 June 2020 The government has made a number of changes to South Africa's level 3 lockdown regulations. 12 June 2020 The new council will be responsible for supporting government in repositioning state-owned enterprises. 12 June 2020 Nienke demos CaseWare Africa's automated reporting system in a CFO South Africa Webinar. 12 June 2020 Sateesh has held various roles within the Vodafone franchise, including FD and vice president. 12 June 2020 ACCA and Grant Thornton discuss the main challenges auditing faces in a series of roundtables. 11 June 2020 Jenna will continue at Investec Property Fund as head of treasury and balance sheet management. 11 June 2020 Tsogo Sun Gaming's focus during lockdown has primarily been to eliminate operating costs. 11 June 2020 CFO Community Conversation looks at the industries hit hardest by Covid-19 and how they survived. 10 June 2020 Elisa Mkhize has resigned as the CFO of Clinix Health Group with effect from 1 August 2020. 10 June 2020 Stangen CFO Lerato Olahleng believes the current crisis gives SA an opportunity to rebuild its economy. 10 June 2020 Absa has completed its separation from Barclays and emerges an independent African bank. 10 June 2020 This forms part of the company's strategy to right-size its balance sheet by reducing its debt levels. 10 June 2020 Kieron Futter will be resigning as the CFO of Ascendis Health after five years with the company. 09 June 2020 Subhradeep brings more than 19 years' banking experience to the Standard Chartered AME team. 08 June 2020 From the property sector to banking, companies have been supporting their customers and clients. 08 June 2020 Cobus, who has served as CEO since 2018, has tendered his resignation with effect from 30 November. 08 June 2020 Synthesis revenue is growing from the increased adoption of digital payment solutions during lockdown. 08 June 2020 Want to stay up to date with the latest developments in finance, but short on time? 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CFO South Africa weekly collects 10 of the most important articles from international media for your convenience. 08 June 2020 Finance manager Dominique Nash explains how the payment app now performs quick and easy daily screenings. 05 June 2020 Three young CFOs shared their experiences and tips with a captivated and interactive online audience. 05 June 2020 Her love for numbers and sharp logic make Jo-Ann Pohl a natural dynamo in finance, but what has really made her an exceptional leader is her strong creative streak and ability to imagine fresh new possibilities for every scenario. 05 June 2020 Businesses need to comply with these occupational health and safety measures in order to operate. 05 June 2020 Italtile executive director of retail Brandon Wood will be serving in Tsu's role for the interim. 05 June 2020 The CFOs agreed that Covid-19 has already started shaping the future and the new normal. 05 June 2020 Marketers should share their companies' stories on LinkedIn as people are noticing brand news more. 04 June 2020 Mphume will be taking over from Kabelo Lehloenya, who cited personal reasons for her resignation. 04 June 2020 Fulu is most proud of Renergen's increase in assets that came with its new Virginia Gas Project. 03 June 2020 Herman will be stepping down as RMH completes the unbundling of its shares in FirstRand Bank. 03 June 2020 To attain the "badge" of true leadership, you have to master personal leadership, says Nico. 02 June 2020 RMH's Herman Bosman: The unbundling ends a multi-decade relationship between RMH and FirstRand. 02 June 2020 Gwen adds to a new executive team that is intended to create a future-ready organisation. 02 June 2020 With years of experience in both CEO and CFO roles, Priscillah joins the Sasol Energy Business. 02 June 2020 Neil's appointment is one of a number that are part of Prasa's executive restructuring. 01 June 2020 Want to stay up to date with the latest developments in finance, but short on time? 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CFO South Africa weekly collects 10 of the most important articles from international media for your convenience. 01 June 2020 Pete will serve as interim group CEO of Jasco Electronics with the help of CFO Warren Prinsloo. 01 June 2020 Nischal looks forward to building onto SABRIC's success by leveraging technology, data and AI. 29 May 2020 Riaan is using his work ethic and hard-gained knowledge to rehabilitate areas historically damaged by mining. 29 May 2020 Premier Fishing and Brands is looking to preserve as much cash as possible says Brent. 29 May 2020 As part of Metair's Covid-19 response strategy, the company will be looking for a new CEO and COO. 29 May 2020 The team has thought up new creative ways to contribute to the business during Covid-19. 28 May 2020 Cathy says it's difficult to figure out what clients need because backward-looking data doesn't answer that question anymore. 28 May 2020 Paul is confident that the business is fundamentally robust despite recent challenges and Covid-19. 28 May 2020 Lerena believes their positive results and response to Covid-19 are a reflection of good teamwork. 28 May 2020 If IT transformation is done right, the benefits can outweigh the disruption says Oracle's Swami Natarajan. 28 May 2020 UCT GSB's Dr Tim London explores how businesses can work through the trauma of Covid-19 and tell a new story. 28 May 2020 Join South Africa's leading holiday timeshare company that for 20 years has helped thousands of people enjoy incredible holidays. 28 May 2020 CFO Community Conversation: Some teams continue to work from home, others are returning to work. 28 May 2020 We are especially proud of the resilience of its people and technology says Kim McFarland. 28 May 2020 SAP Concur's cloud-based platform automates much of the previously laborious reporting requirements incumbent on finance departments' spend management efforts. 27 May 2020 Mike says he is excited to help ensure the group's long-term sustainable future. 27 May 2020 Nedbank shareholders have unanimously approved two climate change-related resolutions. 27 May 2020 Ex-Massmart CFO Hans van Lierop will be based in TIP's Amsterdam headquarters as CFO. 27 May 2020 Sibanye has invested about R200 million on operations to protect employees says CFO Charl Keyter. 27 May 2020 As the CFO of entertainment giant Big Concerts, ACCA qualified Jonathan Murphy has become accustomed to preparing forecasts almost daily as the company and its US-listed parent come to terms with the global pandemic which prohibits gatherings. 25 May 2020 PwC's Dion Shango: CFOs are beginning to shift their focus to a more prolonged recovery period. 25 May 2020 Want to stay up to date with the latest developments in finance, but short on time? Don't worry. CFO South Africa weekly collects 10 of the most important articles from international media for your convenience.Technology is reinventing the office
Agile Finance: Reimagining and reforming the business
Former VBS Mutual Bank CFO Philip Truter granted bail of R50,000
Raise your profile with the Jaguar F-PACE SVR
Finance flash: the TOP-10 articles of week 27, 2020
Iain Williamson appointed as group CEO of Old Mutual
Having a role to play in the public sector machine is an honour for NCT CFO Ahmed Moolla
Barclays given go-ahead to open private banking services for South Africans
CA Shilpa Mehta first female president of the Entrepreneurs' Organisation Durban Chapter
Tongaat Hulett fined R7.5 million by JSE for non-compliance
AEEI has appointed Jowayne van Wyk as its new CFO
Industrial Development Corporation appoints Gert Gouws as acting CFO
Maverick & legend: The lasting legacy of our founder Alex van Groningen
Nonkululeko Dlamini appointed as new Transnet CFO
CFOs need to be both the sandpaper and glue within their organisation
Solenta Aviation FD Bright Amisi: Cargo carriers have been inundated with demand during Covid-19
Safaricom appoints Ilana Darcy as interim CFO
South Africa records -2 percent GDP growth for first quarter of 2020
Investec Life CFO Roxane Leita: Life insurance market still attractive for innovators
Coupa CFO explains how community intelligence brings big data benefits to supply chains
CFO Mark Stirton: Mr Price to focus on South Africa in a more concentrated way
Vodacom Group appoints Sitho Mdlalose as interim group CFO
Finance flash: the TOP-10 articles of week 26, 2020
With companies under financial pressure, the opportunity to commit fraud has increased
Thobeka Ntshiza shares the experiences that have made her into a "discerning" leader
Proud Sola plans to immerse himself into the world of trading after the investment challenge
A third CFO arrested in connection with the VBS Mutual Bank heist
Spar CFO Mark Godfrey: Drastic and urgent action is required to avoid a fiscal crisis
Innocent Gumbochuma describes the role of the CFO and public sector during Covid-19
Peregrine Holdings reports revenue increase despite tough market conditions
FD Riaan Koppeschaar: Exxaro has sufficient liquidity to withstand operational interruption
Surviving the technoshock: how to get your organisation ready for AI-powered ERP
CFOs gather for a post-revised-budget analysis in this week's Community Conversation
UCT CFO Ashley Francis predicts negative growth in state funding for 2021
The hidden cost of the Covid-19 crisis - an increase in fraud and corruption
New sections of the Protection of Personal Information Act to commence on 1 July 2020
Reunert CFO Nick Thomson: It's hard to report forward-looking implications during Covid-19
Future Nation Schools' Sizwe Nxasana: No prospective accountant should be left behind
CFO Chantelle Ah Sing: AEEI's resilience and ability to adapt is all the more necessary
National Treasury's Yvonne Soglo has a calling for public service
Workday announces partnership with Salesforce to help organisations safely return to work
Workday Announces Fiscal 2021 First Quarter Financial Results
Workday Adaptive Planning to run on Microsoft Azure Cloud
Sygnia CFO Murad Sirkot proud of company's investment performance
A quarter of JSE-listed companies have rotated audit firms, citing early adoption of MAFR
Atterbury Property Holdings appoints DC Kemp as CFO
Transaction Capital to protect welfare of people in taxi industry says CFO Sean Doherty
Finance flash: the TOP-10 articles of week 25, 2020
Sasol to position business for sustained profitability in low-oil-price environment
Why CFOs should automate, with TreasuryONE and Automation Anywhere
Liquid Telecom CEO Reshaad Sha resigns to head up BriteGaze
Refiloe Nkadimeng wants to have a positive impact on others
CFOs look at the silver lining in the Covid-19 storm cloud in CFO Community Conversation
Two CFOs among those arrested for VBS theft
Laila Razack appointed as permanent Equites Property Fund CFO
Adcorp Holdings appoints Noel Prendergast as interim CFO
You can't go through a digital transformation without automation
David Lamont rejoins Australia-based BHP Group as CFO
King Price CFO Rhett Finch: Covid-19 has given us perspective on work and working
Abigail Mukhuba believes there's no better time to be stepping into the role of Sanlam FD
GWK's Andri Bezuidenhout gets promoted to group FD
Hammerson appoints Robert Noel as non-executive chair
Finance flash: the TOP-10 articles of week 24, 2020
Stanlib CFO Avashnee Ramdial gets candid about culture
Financial Sector Law Amendment Bill of 2020 among new directives passed for lockdown level 3
AngloGold Ashanti CFO Christine Ramon appointed to State-Owned Enterprises Council
CaseWare Africa's Nienke Kruger on why finance departments should automate their reporting
Former Safaricom Sateesh Kamath appointed as British firm Vodafone Business CFO
ACCA: Audits need to adapt to the digital age
Investec Property Fund's Jenna Sprenger steps down as CFO
New Tsogo Sun Gaming CFO Annelize Hoyer on reporting during Covid-19
CFOs reveal the changes they've had to make to survive lockdown and post-lockdown
Clinix Health Group CFO Elisa Mkhize to embark on the next chapter of her career
Life insurance industry looks to life beyond Covid-19
Absa group FD Jason Quinn: We are putting an important chapter of our history behind us
CFO Megan Pydigadu: EOH delivered a milestone R540 million in debt in May
Ascendis Health CFO Kieron Futter resigns
Subhradeep Mohanty appointed as CFO of Standard Chartered AME region
Corporate South Africa offering their support to communities impacted by Covid-19
Long4Life Sport and Recreation division CEO Cobus Loubser resigns
FD Gareth Corbishley: Synthesis experienced positive growth driven by Covid-19
Finance flash: the TOP-10 articles of week 23, 2020
Karri Payments will now be supporting teachers and parents with back-to-school screening
CFO South Africa launches webinar series with: Become an awesome CFO before 40
Shifting with purpose, iOCO group CFO Jo-Ann Pohl's tale of how to make smart moves
Minister of Employment and Labour announces lockdown level 3 regulations
Tsu Mhlanga resigns as Italtile executive director of finance and administration
CFO Community Conversation looks into the future and an "ideal world"
Marketers Com Con reveals: Give the market a story, or it will define your story for you
Mphume Llale steps in as Gauteng Health Department acting CFO during Covid-19
CFO Fulu Ravele shares Renergen's challenging year and approach to Covid-19
RMB Holdings' Herman Bosman steps down from FirstRand board
JAM CFO Nico Esterhuizen: Leaders, challenge yourself in these four life dimensions
RMB Holdings receives green light to unbundle its entire stake FirstRand Bank
Botswana's Letshego Holdings appoints South African Gwen Muteiwa as group CFO
Former BP executive Priscillah Mabelane joins Sasol's Energy Business as executive VP
Neil Roesch has been appointed as the permanent CEO of Prasa's Autopax
Finance flash: the TOP-10 articles of week 22, 2020
Jasco Electronics appoints alternate deputy chairman Pete da Silva as interim group CEO
SABRIC appoints Nischal Mewalall as its new CEO
CFO Riaan Davel: An eco-champion for DRDGold
CFO Brent Robertson: Premier only to pursue potential acquisitions after Covid-19
Metair CEO Theo Loock announced early retirement
Publicis CFO Karen Clarke's finance team is thinking out the box
Oracle marketing director Cathy Stadler says retrospective data is obsolete
CFO Paul Victor: Sasol has no intentions of divesting its downstream fuel retail business
CFO Lerena Olivier: Pick n Pay results made possible by building a better business
Face disruption head-on: Move core business processes to the cloud
Returning to work: Businesses after lockdown are like athletes after a serious injury
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CFOs share the challenges and opportunities that come with the easing of lockdown
CFO Kim McFarland: Ninety One remains financially strong despite Covid-19
SAP Concur's Angelique Montalto: Avoid the horror of wading through mountains of receipts
Mike Powell to drive Mondi's strategy forward as new group CFO
CFO Raisibe Morathi: Nedbank plans to ensure a low-emission and climate-resilient future
Hans van Lierop to lead TIP Trailer Services' finance organisation as CFO
Charl Keyter: Sibanye production ramped up only when health of employees is ensured
Big Concerts CFO Jonathan Murphy: Planning for the 'new normal' in events
African CFOs expect their firms' revenues to decline due to the impact of Covid-19
Finance flash: the TOP-10 articles of week 21, 2020
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