Inqolobane Investment Managers CFO Rowen Pillai has a winning approach to strategic financial leadership that is built on transparency, trust and collaboration to drive boardroom success and foster a culture of mutual respect and open communication.

Sasfin CFO Harriet Heymans believes the perfect balance between work and life does not exist, and shares the lessons she’s learned in trying to achieve it.

Poor infrastructure challenges are plaguing SA Inc, but CFO D’Shorne Human unpacks how SAFCOL’s diversifying strategy is helping the SOC continue crucial business operations, like automation and diversification.

CFO Zaf Mahomed reveals why balance sheet management and cash flow are the only tools you need to make your organisation’s profits grow. He uses his recent experience at Oceana Group as an example.

CFO Brad Wentzel explains the need to practise patience when leading finance teams, especially during difficult and chaotic times.

CFO Elisa Mkhize opened the doors of Soul Leadership Academy in January 2022 to address the still-limited access to quality education for disadvantaged students, and help grow a new generation of leaders for the future.

CFO Sharon Naidoo has spent the last three years transforming the finance function and overall business at TransUnion Africa.

Vodacom Group CFO Raisibe Morathi shares her award-winning recipe for being an exemplary CFO after winning the 2023 CFO of the Year Award, revealing the “data” behind a good strategy, a good team and a good leader.

CFOs Irene Singo, D’Shorne Human and Devrani Moonsamy share what their boardroom engagements require from them, and what they require from the directors around the table.

In May, Brad Wentzel became the new CFO of SPARK Schools, a network of private schools offering affordable, globally competitive education.

Wits University CFO Maureen Manyama leverages subcommittees and submissions to get the most out of the time at the boardroom table.

Executive community director Georgina Guedes finds out the CFO superpowers needed in the boardroom, during a keynote conversation with Standard Bank chief finance and value management officer Arno Daehnke.

Top finance executives gathered at The Leonardo on 14 May for the annual CFO Day to learn how to turn their organisation’s value statement into a compelling story.

As the CFO of SANEDI, Lethabo Manamela is at the coalface of looking at what the country and its citizens need to address the increasing energy challenges in South Africa.

CFOs Louis de Wet and Lehan le Grange have had to find ways to retain staff by addressing remote working and development challenges during exponential technological advances.

Having spent the last three years as the CFO of SAFCOL, D’Shorne Human has seen a lot of opportunities for the private sector to collaborate with the public sector.

FNB Commercial Banking CFO Melissa Stevens unpacks some of the challenges she’s facing when it comes to the recruitment and development of her finance team.

CFO South Africa and Maarten de Borst hosted a workshop for finance executives and a masterclass for their teams diving into the benefits of using ChatGPT and generative AI to improve efficiencies at work.

Bruce Bydawell has spent the last five years as the CFO of AlexForbes, implementing a new strategy for the company and transforming its finance function.

Following many shutdowns in the industry, GVK-Siya Zama CFO John de Sousa unpacks the outlook for the construction industry and reveals what both the government and private sector can do to help turn this around.

CFO Rebecca Pole reveals the work Dimension Data’s finance and management teams have put into rebranding the IT company, now called NTT Data, and rolling out global best practices.

As economic outcomes in South Africa weaken, Nedbank CFO Mike Davis explains what businesses and government can do to improve the country’s GDP growth.

To address some of South Africa’s biggest challenges at the moment, including the power, water and transport issues, Information Regulator CFO Glen Zulu believes the public and private sector need to identify partnership opportunities.

Pieter de Wit explains how businesses can unlock the potential South Africa holds, and explains how they’ve been doing it at Afrimat, where he is the CFO.

CFOs revealed that agility, ethics and adaptability are the key qualities that will enable finance teams to remain relevant in the future during CFO South Africa’s The People Power Reimagined Summit.

Since being appointed as Afrika Tikkun’s group head of finance in February, Peter Kimingi has had to juggle getting to know the business strategy and executing it at the same time, while also making sure he brings his teams along.

Top CFOs Isaac Malevu, Martin van der Walt, Maureen Manyama and Johan Geel explain how the right investments and partnerships can mean sustainable growth for South Africa during challenging times.

The first CFO South Africa Summit of the year looked at the role finance executives play in helping to address the challenges the country is facing.

Elisa Mkhize joined Kiara Health in January 2021 to help the company implement new governance, processes and systems to help the business grow.

Bidvest Automotive CFO Zoliswa Mashinini reveals what it’s like joining a new industry, and why it’s the move she needed to grow as a leader.

Resonating with the company’s mission to make affordable healthcare available to all, Yondie Metu is excited about her new role as RH Bophelo’s new CFO.

Having been with IOCO for four years as FD before being appointed as CFO, Ashona Kooblall already has a plan for the new role.

Rebecca Pole unpacks how her first few weeks as the VP of finance: South Africa for Dimension Data are going and reveals what excites her most about the new role – and it’s not only the numbers.

One of Eskom’s three new separated entities, the National Transmission Company of South Africa, has appointed a new board of directors, including 2018 CFO Awards nominee and former PPC, SAA CFO Tryphosa Ramano.

When Barloworld unbundled Avis Southern Africa, it was up to CFO Thobeka Ntshiza and the rest of the executive team to take Zeda on a journey to independence. In a CFO Magazine interview, Thobeka unpacks every twist and turn she faced on the way.

In what has become a tradition, South Africa’s top finance leaders completed the CFO Survey at this year’s annual CFO Day on 5 July. The results are unpacked in this CFO Magazine special feature.

After a challenging year for Oceana, the company is reporting improved revenues and headline earnings, which group CFO Zaf Mahomed says is largely due to the company’s diversification strategy.

Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa’s Walter Leonhardt will be retiring as CFO at the end of the year. During a tour of the factory, Walter recently chatted with CFO Magazine and shared what his final two years at the beverage manufacturer and distributor have been like, and what the future has in store.

After serving as the company’s interim FD for the last five months, Zaid Manjra shares his excitement to step into the FD role on 1 December.

CFO Mike Davis unpacks the exciting next steps in Nedbank’s evolution, which includes a unique approach to technology and a partnership with the government that might see South Africa into a better 2024, in a CFO Magazine interview.

During her keynote address at this year’s CFO Awards, 2022 Golden Globe Race Kirsten Neuschäfer illuminated the parallels between the seemingly disparate worlds of sailing and finance.

Old Mutual CFO Casper Troskie explains how technology, trust and a lot of preparation can prepare any leader, and their organisations, for uncertainty.

Mark Gounder will trade in his CFO title at Hulamin for that of CEO on 1 December, and explains that he is on a mission to deliver value for the company through its people.

In 2022, Brett Tromp left South Africa for the United States, where he was appointed CFO and CHRO of Medici. More than a year later, the 2015 Young CFO of the Year shares what it’s like abroad, and how he sees South Africa, now from the outside.

Devrani Moonsamy looks forward to being the first head of finance of brand-new state entity, the Ombud Council, as part of her continuous journey of personal and career development and growth.

Mobalyz Holdings finance executive Altea Spagnuolo reveals how she is addressing changing rules, risks and regulations, and staying on top of stakeholder demands.

CFO Joanne Tanner reveals how she is using her unique storytelling skills to help grow Decision Inc.

During a CFO Dinner, some of South Africa’s top CFOs shared how they navigate economic and political uncertainty – focusing on South Africa’s resilience and positivity in addressing challenges.

Kumba Iron Ore CFO Bothwell Mazarura believes the iron market will recover, as it has many times before, despite being faced with various geological, social and political challenges.

Wesgro CFO Sandiso Gcwabe's journey within the public sector is anchored in a sense of purpose.

De Beers has appointed Richard Lawson as its new CFO, taking over from Sarah Kuijlaars.

President Buhle Hanise reflects on the AWCA’s 21 years of helping women CAs navigate challenges.

Nedbank CFO Mike Davis says the increasing role sustainability plays in good business practices.

Top finance leaders find out there’s no wrong way to approach sustainability, as long as your intentions are right.

Taryn Augoustatos shares some of the challenges she’s faced as a non-techy, woman CFO in fintech.

A Q&A with mentor Avashnee Ramdial and mentee Jalpa Desai about what they’ve learned from each other.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

Discovery Vitality CFO Senele Mbatha has been promoted to the group's chief risk officer.

The Development Bank of South Africa has promoted CFO Boitumelo Mosako to the role of CEO.

New CFO, Deborah Davel, will take over from retiring interim CEO and CFO Stephen Griffiths.

Bidvest Financial Services CFO Tendani Sikhwivhilu shares his priorities for 2023.

The AGSA’s Bongi Ngoma hopes to inspire other leaders to follow in her footsteps.

Simon Adams, Avashnee Ramdial and Craig Sumption unpack how they are building finance teams for the future.

The CFO says the development of a supplier code of ethics was crucial in winning this award.

From the teams that make up the function, to the work environment, to the leaders, CFOs discuss how to be future-fit.

Yvonne’s leadership will help the company grow into other markets in Africa, including South Africa.

Megan reveals the potential of ChatGPT, and how it can help businesses navigate the new future.

Bongi Ngoma believes her book recommendation will help leaders become authentic during disruptive times.

He explains that leaders need to be the light that guides their people towards positivity in 2023.

The former CFO shares her hopes of being a good human in 2023, following a time of uncertainty.

Rajan has learned to appreciate the simpler things in life while reading his children’s bedtime stories.

Averen explains that 2023 will see FCTG focus on elevating the business and navigating new challenges.

EOH is equipped to handle the multiple challenges South Africa is facing, says Megan.

Lehan encourages leadership to provide guidance to their teams in order to triumph over new challenges.

The fishing company has stepped in to give back to charity, communities and even the hungry.

TWK Agri CFO Eddie Fivaz draws inspiration from the principles Robin Sharma shares in his book.

The GWK CFO says she’s ready to take on any challenges the new year may bring, including loadshedding.

The former BAIC SA CFO has been appointed as BDO Business Restructuring’s new COO.

The TWK Agri finance team’s motto for the new year is to be nothing less than their very best.

The 2021 Young CFO of the Year shares his recommended read: Principles, by Ray Dalio.