CFO South Africa Newsletter | Thursday 12 May Dear CFO South Africa Member, Read Exclusive CFO South Africa Articles Mastering change and integrity in the public sector - Umar Banda. C... Working in the public sector "isn't everybody's cup of tea", says Umar Banda, Acting CFO of the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, because the environment – which can be quite politically driven at times – is sometimes difficult to navigate. CFO Awards 2016: Why being acknowledged is tough The most difficult thing about being acknowledged is that you open yourself to scrutiny, writes CFO South Africa MD Graham Fehrsen, three days before the annual highlight on the CFO's calendar - the CFO Awards." http://static.financieel-management.nl/img_simple.php?src=img/pictu..." /> New CFO for Wescoal: Bothwell Mazarura South African coal mining company, Wescoal, has appointed Bothwell Mazarura (pictured) as Group FD and CFO, effective 1 July. Izak van der Walt, the company's Acting CFO, will take on the role of GM Finance for Operations as of 1 July, providing support to the group and board financial roles. Read more exclusive articles on CFO.co.za - Finance Indaba 2016: ACCA graduates mean business - Nedbank's income rises - SABMiller and Coca-Cola create Africa's largest soft drinks bottler - ArcelorMittal benefits from better steel prices - New CFO, Clarinda Simpson, appointed at Sentech CFO Awards 2016 - 12 May Sandton Tonight we host the prestigious 2016 CFO Awards The annual CFO Awards recognizes CFOs of listed companies, large corporations, parastatals and government institutions and awards them for outstanding performance and leadership. Over 250 top CFOs and business partners will attend the event and enjoy roundtable discussions, networking, entertainment and a VIP dinner. It will be an afternoon of exceptional round table conversations with nominees and excellent networking opportunities in the first part of our event. During the evening, our guests will enjoy great food and drinks during the CFO dinner and CFO Awards show.?? Entertainment by Swing City Modern Day Swing Music, inspired by the likes of the Rat Pack, Michael Buble en Robbie Williams. Swing City was borne of the love of swing music from three of South Africa’s most loved artists Nathan Ro, Graeme Watkins and Loyiso Bale. Our guests will be inspired by thought provoking speakers Professor Wiseman Nkuhlu, professor Mervyn King and Vusi Thembekwayo will be among the most eminent of guests at this year’s CFO Awards. Also we have leading experts Keith Coats and Brian Farley, international leadership experts, Trevor Hoole, CEO KPMG Southern Africa, Clement Chinaka, CEO Corporate Segment Old Mutual and Victor Sekese, CEO SizweNtsalubaGobodo joining us, together with some of the very best CFOs and CEOs sharing their insights and experience. For more information have a look at CFOAwards.co.za. Become a member and buy your ticket here. Partners CFO Awards 2016 Out now. CFO Magazine issue 1 - 2016 The 3rd CFO Magazine CFO South Africa is out now. With 84 pages packed full of need-to-know information delivered in sharp, insightful articles. Read the latest insights from Reeza Isaacs, CFO Woolworths, Vusi Thembekwayo, Mary Vilakazi, CFO MMI Holdings and Lindani Dhlamini, CEO SekelaXabiso and more. As our online member we would like to give you the opportunity to read the CFO Magazine South Africa online and free of charge HERE. (please make sure that you are logged in with your CFO.co.za account). Would you like to also share your story in the next issue? Please contact Shay van Huyssteen at [email protected] or at +27 11 083 7515. Visit Finance Indaba Africa Visit the Finance Indaba 13 & 14 October at the Sandton Convention Centre and boost your profits by 100%. Finance Indaba Africa is the biggest annual expo and conference for finance professionals. It brings together peers technology suppliers, platforms, banks, tools, specialists, CFOs and thought leaders. Over 5,000 visitors tap into a wealth of resources, knowhow and inspiration. Gain unparalleled insights. Cut costs dramatically, send sales & productivity through the roof and boost your company's profits by 100 percent. RSVP now here. Become a partner Are you enabling businesses to cut costs, boost sales, productivity and company profits? Don't miss out the chance to connect with new prospects, to brand your company and to become more successful. Share your ideas at the Finance Indaba and help the country grow. Please contact Graham Fehrsen at [email protected] or at +27 11 083 7515. Diamond Partners http://static.financieel-management.nl/img/pictures/110412.jpg" width="500" /> Join the ultimate peer to peer advisory network Various CFOs and finance directors from Eskom, Nedbank, Transnet, Alexander Forbes, Standard Chartered Bank, Hollard, Absa, Servest, Business Connexion and Super Group are members of CFO South Africa. Your peers understand best the issues you face and the challenges that impact your business. Together you will share your experiences at CFO South Africa’s events and help you advance in your career, company and knowledge. Get introduced to experienced colleagues that are happy to share their knowledge with you. Peer-to-peer consulting is by far the best and most cost effective way to help you solve problems. Are you interested? Please see our membership page for more information here. Upcoming CFO South Africa Events Join the CFO Events with inspiring hosts and experts who will share their insights and experiences with you. Register now for these events and boost your company, network, career and knowledge. Private sector events in 2016 May 12 Johannesburg | CFO Awards 2016 June 22 Johannesburg | The CFO as business partner July 21 Johannesburg | M&A Series part 2 Public sector events in 2016 May 12 Johannesburg | CFO Awards 2016 June 21 Johannesburg | Are you an Inspirator? July 27 Johannesburg | Are you a Stakeholder Manager? Register now for one of the upcoming CFO South Africa Events. Please note that all our CFO South Africa events are for senior financial executives. CFO South Africa offers Platinum memberships to CFOs and finance directors. For more information please have a look here and contact Shay van Huyssteen at [email protected]. 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