Author: Reabetswe Rabaji
Articles by Reabetswe Rabaji
01 January 2022
CFOs who became CEOs: making a smooth transition
A look back at some of the CFOs who had to make the transition to CEO this year.
31 December 2021
From loss to profit: companies that have managed to bounce back this year
We take a look at some of the companies that managed to turn a loss into a profit.
30 December 2021
The interesting hobbies and activities your favourite finance leaders do to unwind
Have you ever wondered what South Africa’s top financial leaders favourite hobbies are? We took a look.
28 December 2021
CFOs kept the conversation going to share ideas and build community
2021’s Community Conversations provided a platform for CFOs to exchange ideas and plan for the future
27 December 2021
Sustainability, the way of the future
A look at businesses that have incorporated sustainability into their business strategy.
26 December 2021
The top M&A news that dominated headlines in 2021
These are the big M&A stories that grabbed the attention of our community this year.
25 December 2021
Top insights on trusting your brand, growth and emotional intelligence
A look at must-read opinion pieces of 2021 from CFOs in our community.
23 December 2021
Companies that overcame Covid-19 challenges to achieve outstanding results
These are the companies that are growing and generating revenue, despite pandemic challenges.
21 December 2021
2021’s Finance Indaba Conversations gave finance leaders a space to learn and share
These covered topics from learning from mentees and the value of good software, to the downside of last-minute decisions.
20 December 2021
Rebuilding reputations – CFOs who’ve set their businesses on a new path
These CFOs were given the daunting task of turning organisations around and won.
19 December 2021
CFOs advocating for technology
CFOs discuss how technology can be used to eliminate legacy systems and improve the customer experience.
18 December 2021
Empathetic CFOs, taking a people-first approach to finance
Olivia Serithi, Casper Troskie and Nerissa Jalim reveal the true value of a people-oriented approach.
17 December 2021
NGO auditing and audit firms’ business models under the spotlight
Our insightful Future of Audit series asked some of audit’s top thought leaders to look into the future.
16 December 2021
CFOs who go beyond the numbers and make a difference to people
The best CFOs understand that a vital part of their role is actively empowering people.
14 December 2021
In 2021, the finance scene was treated to virtual safaris, fine dining, and awards
We round up the events that got our community together despite the pandemic in 2021.
31 October 2021
Mark Scop is a serial entrepreneur who isn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves
Mark has always had an entrepreneurial spirit, from selling caps on the beach as a child to now building a megacity.
15 October 2021
How leaders navigated the Covid-19 pandemic with courage and commitment
CFOs told the Finance Indaba Conversations that being courageous doesn’t always make you popular.
14 October 2021
The first principle of doing good business is purpose reveals Finance Indaba Conversation
Good business is about purpose, collaboration, transparency and good data, CFOs hear.
12 October 2021
Time waits for no one, so don’t wait to make the tough decisions
Leaders tell Finance Indaba Conversation that leaving difficult decisions until the last minute can be detrimental.
15 September 2021
As the only graduate in her family, Nadia Patel sees herself as an outlier
Now the FP&A and treasury lead at Genpact, Nadia has always chased bigger dreams.
07 September 2021
BDO head of assurance Faheem Hoosen was inspired to become a CA by his entrepreneurial family
Faheem recognised that every business required an accountant and chose to become a CA.
02 September 2021
Open communication makes for efficient teams says Sphere CFO Ushana Amichand
Ushana Amichand reflects on her learnings about trust during her stint as a relatively young CFO.
18 August 2021
How Ubank’s Nerissa Chetty navigates the work-life balance
Nerissa Chetty discusses how managing expectations helped her to fulfil work and personal responsibilities.
29 July 2021
SAPRO’s Travis Fisher lets the water lead the way
Travis Fisher is not your typical accountant – he’s also a professional waterskier.
12 July 2021
Imperial’s Logistics Africa CFO Rochelle Gabriels leads with humility, authenticity and agility
Rochelle has driven change throughout her career with a focus on people, processes and technology.
30 June 2021
Kym Joubert’s empathy underpins her leadership style
BDO SA’s head of finance explains how focusing on people and not just numbers can get you better results.
23 June 2021
Science inspires Ofhani Ramukhuvhathi to become an entrepreneur
Ofhani’s love for science and a desire to improve the lives of the impoverished led him to start his own company.
29 May 2021
Vernon Pillay: Keen investor, aspiring entrepreneur and future franchisee
The Philips Africa statutory financial manager shares how a tough upbringing motivated him to want more.
01 May 2021
Senior auditor Brian Mthembu is passionate about start-ups
Brian believes that South Africa has some great business ideas, but that red tape is holding it back.
03 April 2021
CA Timothy Kiluba looking at new business opportunities for Uber
The roll-out of Uber Direct and Uber Connect in South Africa during Covid-19 was Timothy’s brainchild.
