Hannes Wessels, the general manager of Binance in South Africa believes that as traditional banking and decentralised finance (DeFi) evolve from competitors to collaborators, the opportunity to build a more inclusive, efficient, and dynamic financial ecosystem has never been greater. He shares why for CFOs and business leaders, the future lies in integration, leveraging the stability of traditional systems with the speed, accessibility and innovation of DeFi to unlock new markets and drive financial inclusion.

CCI South Africa CFO Anusha Ramraj offers practical advice for women building careers in the business process outsourcing (BPO) sector. From embracing unexpected opportunities to advocating for others, she shares insights on growth, mentorship and representation in leadership.

Jane Waters and Tracey Rowe, co-founders of fractional HR services company 52.com, explain why business is not just about the numbers for CFOs – it’s about unlocking the value of people.

Global markets are now driven more by political shifts than economic fundamentals, says Rico Ernst, CEO of Aurora Capital SA. With US president Donald Trump’s return reshaping trade dynamics, Rico believes CFOs must move beyond traditional models and manage risk through geopolitical awareness, liquidity planning and diversified portfolios.

MD Joel Roerig says the newly launched brand and parent company of CFO South Africa positions the organisation for excellence and growth.

He will assume the role of CFO and executive director effective 1 March 2025.

Prof. Parmi Natesan, chief executive officer of the Institute of Directors South Africa says while both advisory and shadow boards might seem appealing at face value, they have no decision-making authority or accountability.

Over 20 years ago, Karl Dinkelmann, CA turned CEO of Nexus Data, kicked off a dynamic career in finance and data by studying accounting and informatics simultaneously. Since then, he has continued in this duality, more than once acting as CFO and CEO in the same breath.

Afrimat has appointed both Pieter de Wit as CFO and Andre Smith, as permanent deputy CFO.

Phryne Williams, founder and director of Capital Assignments explains why CFOs are an alluring and strategic choice for the role of CEO.

The annual CFO Survey has become tradition at CFO Day, and 2024 was no different. South Africa’s top finance leaders revealed how they use storytelling in their roles.

Harina steps into the role effective 1 January 2025.

Ian’s interim role will assist with a smooth transition over the next six months while AECI a new permanent CFO.

Nick Thomson will be leaving Reunert in the 2025 financial year after he has completed a successful handover to his successor, who has not yet been announced.

TransUnion Africa acting CFO Jason Hawkins has been promoted to permanent CFO and vice president.

Sitholile Sithole is a member of the outreach collaboration between CFO South Africa and the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation. This year, he attended his first Finance Indaba and reflects on his experience, which took place at the Sandton Convention Centre.

In today's data-driven world, the 4th Industrial Revolution demands that businesses harness the power of information to drive strategic decisions. This is particularly true for BEE and preferential procurement, where a deep understanding of your supplier landscape is crucial for compliance and maximising your scorecard.

The South African Institute of Professional Accountants is showing its support for this year’s Finance Indaba.

The financial performance platform joins the line-up of partners at this year’s Finance Indaba.

The National Treasury joins the line-up of partners at this year’s Finance Indaba.

The organisation will be among the list of partners exhibiting at the Finance Indaba on 10 October.

The specialist consultancy firm joins the line-up of partners at this year’s Finance Indaba.

The professional services solutions company will exhibit at this year’s Finance Indaba.

The B2B payment solutions firm will be a Silver Partner at the 2024 Finance Indaba for the first time.

Thooto will be showing its support for the Finance Indaba as a Silver Partner.

The financial integrity of a company often lies in the hands of an independent board of directors known as the audit committee. As chief financial officers, it is important to know your role when it comes to dealing with this committee, writes Vodacom CFO Raisibe Morathi.

Bitventure will be among the line-up of exhibitors at the conference.

Shivan Mansingh will take over as MD of Metrofile while continuing to serve as CFO, from 1 October 2024, until a new CFO is found. 

The technology company will be among the list of leading partners exhibiting at the Finance Indaba on 10 October.

Media24 has made a significant leadership change, appointing CFO Raj Lalbahadur as interim CEO following the announcement of CEO Ishmet Davidson's retirement after 12 years at the company.

At Executive Day 2024, Vodacom CEO Shameel Joosub took attendees through what it takes for successful exco collaboration during an insightful panel discussion.

Executive Day 2024, held at the lively Melrose Arch in Johannesburg on 5 September 2024, lived up to its promise as an immersive simulation experience for South Africa's brightest financial minds and their HR and IT counterparts in the C-suite.

Rowan de Klerk, CEO of the CFO Centre, unpacks why agility is a key skill for CFOs.

Phillip Anthony Murnane has been announced as the CFO and executive director of Gold Fields. It is expected that he will take on the role in early 2025.

For CFOs and business leaders, gender equity is not just about fairness; it is about unlocking potential, driving innovation and ensuring long-term financial sustainability, explains Dineo Molefe, MTN SA’s CFO.

Sandra Villars, partner, financial services at management consultancy firm Oliver Wyman writes that financial services can no longer ignore the importance of sustainability practices.

South Africa’s retirement savings landscape is poised for a major transformation with the introduction of the new two-pot retirement system on 1 September 2024. Shaheed Mohamed, head of group savings and investments at Allan Gray, delves into these critical changes.

As we continue to celebrate women’s month, we reflect on the country’s index when it comes to women empowerment in strategic fields and positions.

SoluGrowth business executive Berna Botha provides an overview of the challenges that keep CFOs up at night, as well as trends rapidly reshaping the finance profession.

Sean Capazorio, group finance officer of Aspen Pharmacare, has joined the group of executives vying for the title of CFO of the Year. 

IEC CFO Dawn Mbatha joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Sibanye-Stillwater CFO Charl Keyter joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Redefine Properties CFO Ntobeko Nyawo unpacks the company’s recent results, which are looking positive despite high interest rates and low disposable income.

TWK Agri FD Eddie Fivaz joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Hanré Rossouw will step down as the CFO of Sasol after completing the company’s current year-end results.

Wesgro CFO Sandiso Gcwabe joins the list of finance leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

After acting in the role since October 2023, Sayurie has shown that she has what it takes to drop the “acting” and become Anglo American Platinum’s new CFO.

Mustek group FD Shabana Aboo Baker joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Deon Raju, who has spent his entire career at Absa, has been appointed as the bank’s new group FD.

The cloud solutions company joins the line-up of partners showcasing their services at the Finance Indaba on 10 October.

DRDGold CFO Riaan Davel joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Motus Corporation CFO Ockert Janse van Rensburg has been promoted to the group’s CEO, taking over from Osman Arbee, who is retiring.

FEM CFO Yusuf Bodiat has resigned and will step down later this year, when he takes up a new opportunity at another insurer.

Nedbank CFO Mike Davis joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

The automation software company joins the line-up of partners for this year’s Finance Indaba, taking place on 10 October.

Following the resignation of CFO Michael Sucher, Wiehann Joubert has been appointed as acting CFO.

Department of Justice and Constitutional Development CFO Irene Singo joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Standard Bank of South Africa’s Preshanta Govender reveals why she believes CFOs need to also become value managers in their organisations to navigate increasing challenges.

Batandwa Damoyi has been appointed as the new CFO of PIC, and will take over from Brian Mavuka.

Former Mr Price CFO Mark Stirton has joined New Zealand retailer The Warehouse with effect from 1 April.

The South African Qualifications Authority CFO joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Ralph Buddle will take over as TFG’s new CFO starting 1 April, seeing acting FD Anthony Thunström resume his CEO role full-time.

The data and information company will be exhibiting at this year’s Finance Indaba on 10 October.

After almost 20 years with ArcelorMittal South Africa, Gavin Griffiths has been appointed the company’s CFO.

Life Healthcare Southern Africa CFO joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

At the ChatGPT for Finance Professionals Masterclass, attendees will get to grips with how to harness generative AI and revolutionise the finance function in their organisations.

CFO Talib Sadik and CSO Siya Mthethwa have both joined the South African Tourism leadership team.

Zeda FD Thobeka Ntshiza joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Future of work guru Ray de Villiers says that, as the role of finance teams changes due to generative AI taking over their number-crunching responsibilities, it’s up to CFOs to make sure their people understand what the new future will look like, and the power they have to impact it.

After two years in the role, Guy Moretti has stepped down as the CFO of Ellies Electronics, with immediate effect.

El Kope, who has been acting CFO since August 2023, has been appointed as Cell C’s new CFO and executive FD.

Some of South Africa’s leading finance executives will gather on 14 March in Cape Town to discuss the future of their finance teams, and will reveal the skills they are looking for most, to address changing business requirements.

Minister Pravin Gordhan has appointed Nosipho Maphumulo as group CFO, as well as a new CEO, to support Transnet’s turnaround strategy.

As the new group head of finance at Afrika Tikkun, Peter Kimingi will be tasked with supporting the group’s mission to address youth unemployment in South Africa.

AYO CFO Pride Guzha explains that the company’s increased revenue is a result of its subsidiaries’ thriving performance in 2023, as well as collaboration.

South Africa’s top finance executives will gather on 22 February in Johannesburg to discuss the future of the country, and reveal the role CFOs play in making sure we get there.

Currently the CFO of Coca-Cola’s Bottling Investment Group, Sunil Gupta will take over the role as CCBA CEO in April.

The financial reporting software company will be showcasing at this year’s Finance Indaba on 10 October.

Sebata Holdings group FD Pierre van Eeden has resigned from the role, and CEO Greg Morris will assume the responsibility, in addition to his current role.

Auditor-General of South Africa CFO Polani Sokombela unpacks the three biggest challenges the public sector faces when it comes to data analytics, and how solving these could unlock new opportunities for the industry.

Starting February, Morné Engelbrecht will be the new CFO heading up finance at Jersey-based Metals Acquisition.

DStv will be seeing further price hikes in 2024 as Multichoice tries to keep a healthy balance sheet amidst loadshedding and inflationary challenges, says CFO Tim Jacobs.

Following the appointment of a new group chief executive, Dan Marokane, Calib Cassim will step back into the role of Eskom’s CFO at the end of March.

Nominations for the 2024 CFO Awards are now open. This is your chance to put forward the finance executives who have shown impeccable leadership over the last year, as they could walk away a winner at the annual Oscars of Finance!

Following the resignation of Deepa Sita, Tiger Brands has appointed a new CFO, Thushen Govender, who will step into the role in January 2024.

Currently serving the remainder of her time as Cell C’s CFO, Lerato Pule is set to take up the CFO role at Liquid Intelligent Technologies’ South Africa operations in February 2024.

Middle East sustainable agriculture and climate tech business RedSea has appointed Storm van Zyl as its new CFO.

The City of Tshwane has appointed several new leaders, including CFO Gareth Mnisi, who will help drive the reinstitution of services in the municipality.

Jason Quinn has resigned from his role as group FD at Absa, and will step in as the new CEO at Nedbank starting May 2024.

Held on the 16th of November at the exclusive Polo Room in Sandton's Inanda Club, the event lived up to its moniker as the “Oscars of Finance”, delivering a spectacular celebration of excellence, innovation, and resilience in the financial sector.

Former BCX and Openserve CFO Lucas Ndala will be the new group CFO helping Seacom through its transformative phase.

Raisibe Morathi, group CFO at Vodacom, has been named South Africa’s CFO of the Year at the 10th Annual CFO Awards.

As the sponsor of the Strategy Execution Award, Workday believes in recognising the CFOs who have been able to adapt quickly to see their organisations through tough times.

Comedian Nik Rabinowitz, award-winning band The Soil, the Kopano Jazz Collective and keynote speaker Kirsten Neuschäfer will dazzle guests at the 2023 CFO Awards.

PG Building Glass FD Yugan Moodley shares how he is keeping his teams, and himself, future-fit by staying up to date with new technology developments.

As the sponsor of the Compliance & Governance Award at the 2023 CFO Awards, Ince not only celebrates CFOs who are excelling in this category, but offers the winner an exclusive rhino dehorning experience.

Excited to be part of the CFO Awards again this year, Coupa will be sponsoring the Finance Transformation Award.

Bongiwe Ntuli has announced that she will be stepping down from the CFO role at TFG in November to spend some time with her family in KZN.

EOH has announced the appointment of Marialet Greeff as interim group CFO following Megan Pydigadu’s resignation, as well as CEO Stephen van Coller’s intentions to retire.

Absa’s 2022 report was chosen in the Top 10 Integrated Reports among the JSE Top 100 listed companies in the EY Excellence in Integrated Report Awards. Absa CFO Jason Quinn shares his insights on their success.

Deloitte will be sponsoring the CFO of the Year, Public Sector CFO of the Year and Transformation & Empowerment Award at the 2023 CFO Awards, and looks forward to 10 more years of celebrations.

South Africa’s leading CIOs, CFOs, and CHROs gathered at the elite Marble restaurant in Rosebank on 11 October for Executive Day, an interactive executive gathering that united leaders under the theme, Boardroom IQ – the conversation today’s C-suite needs to have.

Markos will take over the FirstRand Group CFO role from 1 April 2024, among a number of other changes.

Samara Totaram will be stepping down as Stadio group CFO at the end of the year.

After many years in the public sector, Nonkululeko Dlamini takes up the group CFO role at Telkom.

Arno Daehnke, Craig Sumption and Pushpender Singla share words of encouragement for CFO East Africa.

Rukayya Naicker is excited to showcase the beauty of South Africa as Fireblade Aviation’s new finance boss.

The Hulamin CFO joins the list of finance leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

Sayurie Naidoo will fill the CFO role as Craig Miller transitions to CEO and a new CFO is appointed.

The Hatch Africa FD joins the list of finance leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

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

Vodacom CFO Raisibe Morathi joins the list of leaders competing for the CFO of the Year title.

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

Attacq CFO Raj Nana joins the nominees competing for the CFO of the Year title.

After working in South Africa’s mining industry for 14 years, Neal takes on the role of CFO at Jubilee Metals.

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

After a year in the role, Cell C CFO Lerato Pule will be pursuing opportunities outside the telco.

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

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

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