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Optimi CFO Suloshini Singh shares her commitment to giving back to society through education.

Leanne Thomas unpacks how she is furthering the equality agenda as SAMRO’s new CFO.

Bryte Insurance CFO Yulandi van Dyk says it’s possible to achieve the triple bottom line.

CFO Dinner discusses how asking the right questions is the key to using technology effectively.

A Q&A with mentor Sharon Naidoo and mentee Pilka Lalloo about what they’ve learned from each other.

A Q&A with mentor Bongi Ngoma and mentee Tintswalo Masia about what they’ve learned from each other.

CFO Megan Pydigadu explains how she helped create awareness for people with disabilities in the workplace.

International CFO Jurgen Paulis found more than just a job in Rwanda.

AFMS Group CFO Jamie Louw reveals how leaving behind your scarcity mindset can create new opportunities.

John Behan talks about pioneering auditing transformation as the CFO of Circit.

The Novus Holdings CFO joins the nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Top women executives find out the secrets behind three powerhouses’ rise to prominence.

SA CFOs reveal the impact the country’s power crisis is having on people, business, and the economy.

CFO Adri Führi unpacks the two years of planning that went into e4’s recent acquisition.

ACCA’s Portia Mkhabela unpacks how the accreditation will help to open up the audit profession.

Mandy Ramsden's story is of one woman’s ascent from male-dominated beginnings to the top of seven summits.

See your favourite photos from the 2023 Women's Dinner!

The women of the CFO/CHRO/CIO South Africa communities shared knowledge at a dazzling executive dinner.

Mr Price has announced that Praneel Nundkumar has taken over from Mark Stirton as CFO.

After helping turn around EOH as its group FD, Megan Pydigadu is ready to pursue her own growth.

Arno Daehnke unpacks what change-ready finance leadership looks like for a new world.

SA CFOs reveal the impact the country’s power crisis is having on people, business, and the economy.

Throughout her career, Thabelo Raphala has dedicated her focus on developing entrepreneurs.

Group CFO Zaf Mahomed explains that the recent US debt refinance will strengthen Oceana’s balance sheet.

EOH’s Megan Pydigadu has resigned from the FD role to take on a new role at a large South African company.

The Afrimat FD joins the nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Nelisiwe Shiluvana has been appointed as the new group FD of Famous Brands.

Deepa Sita will step down from the role at the end of the year to pursue an opportunity in Australia.

Rehan Greeff explains that using failure and bad experiences as a springboard is essential for success.

BDO SA’s Louis van Manen unpacks how CFOs can benefit from their tax obligations.

The Phembani Group CFO joins the nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Foskor’s CFO, Jubilant Speckman, maps out the technology and ESG blueprints that lead to success.

CFO Fikile Mhlontlo has now joined Delta Property Fund, after helping SAA on its turnaround journey.

Mint Group CFO Yvonne Dias shares her key lessons on being an authentic leader.

The JSE-listed mine has appointed Ulrich Bester as its new financial director, replacing Deon Botha.

Dentsu has appointed Naazema Rawoot and Ruschda Ismail as its new SA and Africa CFOs, respectively.

Liberty’s Cindy Sibiya-Phora is excited to see how AI and machine learning will change the future of finance.

The African Rainbow Minerals FD joins the nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

CFO Day explored the collaborative potential of AI and its implications for finance heads.

Experts unpack the promise and fears that come with technology, and why CFOs should embrace it.

WEF tech pioneer Jos Dirkx unpacks how technology can help finance teams foster great ideas.

Afrimat CEO Andries van Heerden discusses the importance of trust in bringing people and tech together.

Zeda FD Thobeka Ntshiza shares how technology has changed the way people interact with cars.

Group FD Jason Quinn unpacks how Absa built a pan-African brand by repositioning the bank’s culture.

Group CFO Deon Viljoen reveals how Discovery has integrated man and machine to realise value.

Insights from mining and financial services CFOs show how digitisation can transform your business.

CFO Day opened with an engaging discussion centred around the age-old question of man versus machine.

View all the photos of the day, yourself and your peers here!

Leading CFOs shared practical examples and future scenarios for a world with AI.

Zelda Mostert steps in as Chubb’s new country president on 1 July, taking over from Gary Jack.

SAPRO CFO Jean Penhaligon talks about unleashing the potential of technology in auditing.

Leigh Kretzschmar is determined to leave her mark as she becomes the first woman MD at Fireblade Aviation.

South Africa’s leading finance execs will settle the big debate about who will lead the future: CFOs or AI.

Vedanta Zinc’s Pushpender Singla joins other top finance execs competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Tracker Connect CFO Clarissa Appana on stigma and re-entering the job market after a career hiatus.

Finance leaders also learnt three simple rules harking back to the agricultural era.

A group of finance executives discussed the fears and opportunities they face when it comes to AI.

Born into poverty, Tshifhiwa Munzhelele knows how to work hard, and gives back while doing it.

The Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled that mandatory audit firm rotation be set aside.

Webber Wentzel’s Aneshree Naidoo joins the list of CFO of the Year nominees.

Nashua Kopano MD Chris Kruger reveals how CFOs can benefit from the power crisis through ESG strategies.

Finance executives discussed how South African innovation and efficiency is the best in the world.

After 23 years at Vodacom, Jorge Mendes will be stepping in as Cell C’s new CEO in July.

Alvin Liew is sharing his experience working abroad with other CFOs who are also looking to move.

FD Stephen Pearce has announced his intention to leave Anglo American after six years in the role.

CFO Suloshini Singh explains that she is excited to be in the education sector.

TransUnion CFO Sharon Naidoo reveals how to survive a recession with the right purpose, vision and mission.

Outsurance’s Jan Hofmeyr joins the list of finance executives competing for the CFO of the Year title.

New mom and newly appointed Mars SA CFO Sasha Brown is excited about what comes next.

CFO Zaf Mahomed explains that Oceana’s recent record half-year results affirms the business’s health and strength.

The CFO Centre’s Matthew Comins explains why coaching from experience can benefit CFOs.

Milpark Education has tailored their academic offering to address the needs of SA students.

MTN Group’s Tsholofelo Molefe joins the list of finance executives competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Speciality metals mine Ironveld has appointed Malebo Ratlhagane as its deputy group CFO.

Pieter du Preez has been appointed as the new CFO of Blyvoor Gold, amid plans of expansion.

Barloworld, Astral Foods and PPC all listed on A2X recently, bringing its market cap to over R9 trillion.

After almost 10 years at Investec Property Fund, CFO Jenna Sprenger has seen the business grow into its own.

Brandon Topham steps in as the company’s interim CFO until a permanent appointment is made.

Inspired by Robin Sharma’s book, Averen is learning to embrace the benefits of an early morning.

Harry Kellan joins the list of finance executives competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Yvonne Dias is passionate about empowering women and has made sure there’s a place for them at Mint Group.

Momentum Metropolitan has announced that Jeanette Marais will step into the CEO role in August.

Barloworld Group FD Nopasika Lila unpacks the company’s recent interim results.

Pretty Makukule will be competing for the CFO of the Year and the Public Sector CFO of the Year title.

It’s time for South African business priorities to shift from the social to the environmental considerations of ESG.

Sonal Shrivastava will help drive Vedanta Group’s finance strategy as its new CFO.

The gold mining conglomerate has appointed Karyn Ovelment as its new VP and CFO.

Niki Giles, who has acted in the role before, will succeed former Sygnia FD Murad Sirkot.

As the company’s FD, Landi looks forward to contributing to Cape Union Mart’s long-term future.

CFO Rui Morais will take over as the CEO of Dis-Chem from co-founder Ivan Saltzman in July.

IDC CFO Isaac Malevu joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

After five years, experienced public sector CFO Jason O’Hara will be parliament’s new finance boss.

Tadeu Marocco takes over from Jack Bowles as British American Tobacco’s CEO.

Logicalis CFO Seshnie Naidoo is living out her mom’s career aspirations, and making them her own.

New FD Denise Moodley takes over from Saket Mohta, who is Bata’s new AME regional FD.

TransUnion Africa CFO Sharon Naidoo joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Gold Fields CFO Paul Schmidt says renewable energy sources will be better than gas.

Riaan Heyl took over from retiring PepsiCo South Africa CEO Tertius Carstens on 1 May.

SAFCOL CFO D’Shorne Human joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Marelise de Lange will take over as Accelerate’s new CFO in August, taking over from Dimitri Kyriakides.

The new ARM CEO has been with the company since 2021, working closely with exiting Mike Schmidt.

Stanlib CFO Avashnee Ramdial joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Rafael will be acting as AECI CFO following the resignation of Aarti Takoordeen.

The SABC’s new 12-member board will be chaired by CFO Khathutshelo Ramukumba.

Top finance execs learn about leveraging and channelling their energy sources at CFO Summit.

Cape Town’s top CFOs reveal how they are making sure their people want to stay in their organisations.

Amplats CFO Craig Miller joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Teamwork, people, and optimism all helped finance leaders to keep their heads above water.

Nonkululeko Gobodo, who was the first black woman CA(SA). will inspire others to follow in her footsteps.

The Mother City’s top CFOs unpacked the challenges SA is facing, and how to solve them.

Having made her own way into finance, Nokuzola hopes to make it easier for those who follow.

Bryan Groome has left Verimark for an opportunity to learn new things as the Reflex Solutions CFO.

Lehan le Grange reveals how he uses leverage to get the most out of his team at Ecentric Payment Systems.

CFO Siphamandla Mthethwa will join ArcelorMittal SA as its new finance boss in July.

CFO Brad Wentzel shares a roadmap on how to ready your organisation for its change journey.

DHL Express South Africa CFO Craig Henery joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

African Leadership Academy CFO is building a sustainable organisation that benefits tomorrow’s leaders.