The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) hosted a corporate reporting webcast for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) on Monday, 22 April 2024, focusing on the 2024 economic outlook, financial reporting, assurance, Companies Amendment Bill, and sustainability.

Johannesburg, 22 April 2024 - In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowerment and fostering diversity within the accounting profession, Standard Bank has forged a pioneering partnership with the South African Institute of Accounting (SAICA) to sponsor fourth-year accounting students at three historically disadvantaged universities in 2024. This marks the first collaboration of its kind between a leading financial institution and an esteemed accounting body, with the objective of elevating aspiring accountants who may lack the financial resources to pursue their dreams. This collaboration embodies the belief that success is achieved not only through individual effort but also through collective empowerment and support.

Johannesburg, 9 April 2024 - We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Akash Singh as the new President of the National Council and ex officio member of the Board.

Akash is taking over the reins from Kobus Swanepoel, and we thank him for his unwavering support and dedication to SAICA and the accounting profession throughout his tenure.