On Wednesday 10 June, 13 SMMEs graduated from one of many SAICA Enterprise Development’s Enterprise Development Programmes, that of the 2019 ED Flagship Programme. SAICA Enterprise Development (SAICA ED) ran with it’s very first virtual graduation via Microsoft Teams. Definitely a different spin on what would usually be a festive and large gathered celebration; but none-the-less a celebration under current lockdown realties, to highlight the achievements of the SMMEs and their successful … [Read more...] about Virtual Graduation Day
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Looking for funding to become a chartered accountant?
Thuthuka has you covered For the past 15 years, the Thuthuka Bursary has funded academically talented African and Coloured learners and students who want to become chartered accountants [CAs(SA)]. If you are one of them, don’t delay applications for the 2021 intake have just opened. The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) is constantly working to fix the member demographics of the chartered accountancy profession to be reflective of those of the country through its … [Read more...] about Looking for funding to become a chartered accountant?
Minister addresses allegations of abuse by SANDF members
Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, has condemned any form of abuse committed by soldiers during the 21-day nationwide lockdown. The Minister’s remarks follow various allegations of abuse by members of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) deployed in support of government efforts to contain the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. “The Minister wishes to strongly reiterate the message delivered by the Commander-in-Chief of the SANDF [President Cyril … [Read more...] about Minister addresses allegations of abuse by SANDF members
Praise for school financial management training
East London, 13 August 2019: The Eastern Cape Department of Education, in partnership with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) and the BANKSETA, has launched a pilot project to ensure sound financial management in 50 Eastern Cape schools. Eastern Cape MEC Fundile Gade said that the project follows an intense training of 50 officials in financial management and auditing. He was speaking at the official launch event held at the East London Education Leadership Institute … [Read more...] about Praise for school financial management training
5 Reasons Why You Should Register your Business
South Africa has a variety of business owners, who are successful and have been running their enterprises for years. Many of these are unregistered and are just informally trading. Entrepreneurs don’t always understand, appreciate or see the importance of registering their business. SAICA Enterprise Development’s Financial Excellence Offering Bookkeeper, Dhiraj Mathapersadh takes us through the advantages of a registered versus a non-registered business and how registering your business can … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons Why You Should Register your Business
Accounting Camp
This school holiday, over 2 500 grade 11 and 12 learners will attend the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants’ (SAICA) annual Development Camps to harness their academic potential and produce the quality pass rates needed to study degrees leading towards South Africa’s much needed professions of high demand. 60 local students will attend their accounting camp at the Sumcay Camping Centre in Port Elizabeth from 17 to 21 June. As a key stakeholder with a vested interest in … [Read more...] about Accounting Camp
2020 Bursary Applications Open
The Thuthuka Bursary Fund could be your chance of making your dream of becoming a CA(SA) a reality. Applications for the 2020 university intake are now open. Established in 2005 by South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), the Thuthuka Bursary Fund (TBF) assists disadvantaged African and Coloured students who want to study to become CAs(SA). A bursary fund like none other, TBF’s model covers more than just tuition, books, meals, residence fees and accommodation. The … [Read more...] about 2020 Bursary Applications Open
Celebrating entrepreneurial Impact
The Hope Factory celebrated another year of growth and excellence this past Friday 15 March, as 30 individuals graduated from their Enterprise Development and Socio-Economic Development Programmes in Port Elizabeth. In 2018, not only did the launch of SAICA Enterprise Development (SAICA ED) take place but both entities (SAICA ED and The Hope Factory) completed a full 12 month impactful flagship programme. Jill Johnson, Regional Branch Executive of both SAICA ED and The Hope Factory says, “We … [Read more...] about Celebrating entrepreneurial Impact
3 600 Grade 7 Learners flex literacy muscles this week
Numerous studies show that when it comes to international education standards—particularly in terms of numerical and reading literacy—South African children continue significantly to underperform. In order to measure just how bad this crisis is, and to find ways to counter this as children enter high school, 3 600 Grade 7 learners around the country will put their literacy skills to the test on Thursday 11 October 2018. They will be taking the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants … [Read more...] about 3 600 Grade 7 Learners flex literacy muscles this week
5 Ways to set yourself up for a successful 2019
Kenlin Stride says; "Ready for 2018 to come to an end? Well now is the time to finish strong!" As we wind down for 2018 many of us will feel the urge to pull our foot off the accelerator and start to ease into 2019. However, now is the perfect time to shift gears and up your game to finish the year strong. Your foundation for 2019 will be built this year through the intentional aligning of your actions to your strategic objectives. Through my journey as an entrepreneur and business … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to set yourself up for a successful 2019
Giving high school learners a taste of the business world
With youth unemployment in the country standing at 38.8%, it is clear that today’s business leaders have a mammoth role to play in nurturing the next generation of wealth and job creators. The 2018 SAICA & Coronation Business Development Games, which run between 18 August and 1 October 2018, will see 1 000 grade 10 to 12 learners from around the country discover just how business works in the real world. ‘If young people are to realise their full entrepreneurial potential and contribute … [Read more...] about Giving high school learners a taste of the business world
The Accounting Olympiad
The Accounting Olympiad, an annual initiative run by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), is back! And this year, it has gone digital. From 13 to 17 August 2018, 4 500 grades 8 & 9 learners from around the country will be putting their accounting knowledge to the test. The competition is run on a province-based approach, and at stake is the opportunity for learners to win the title of the top accounting learner in their province. Some really attractive prizes are … [Read more...] about The Accounting Olympiad
SAICA Enterprise Development in Port Elizabeth strengthens Entrepreneurial ecosystem
On Tuesday the 24th April, SAICA Enterprise Development held their secondary launch in Port Elizabeth. SAICA Enterprise Development (Pty) Ltd houses all of SAICA’s Enterprise and Supplier Development programmes and activities. SAICA Enterprise Development offers flagship and customised Enterprise and Supplier Development programmes (previously housed under The Hope Factory) and Accounting Support Initiatives. The vision of this organization is to play an active role in economic transformation … [Read more...] about SAICA Enterprise Development in Port Elizabeth strengthens Entrepreneurial ecosystem
Chartered Accountancy Bursaries for 2019
If you’re in matric and dream about becoming a chartered accountant, you have until 31 August 2018 to apply for one of 300 Thuthuka bursaries up for grabs for those who will start their university studies in 2019. Most experts will tell you to choose a career that plays to your passions and strengths, and will allow you room to grow, learn and adapt. Few qualifications offer as much scope to succeed as having the CA(SA), the South African chartered accountancy designation. Having a CA(SA) … [Read more...] about Chartered Accountancy Bursaries for 2019
Access to new markets forum sparks great interest with local Entrepreneurs
On the 15th March, SAICA Enterprise Development held its inaugural Access to Markets event in Port Elizabeth. The purpose of the event was to highlight the importance of understanding how SMMEs access new markets, in order to grow their businesses. Given that this is one of the main challenges facing entrepreneurs, it was identified as crucial to create a platform to bring various role players together to discuss how to minimise this barrier to growth. The plan is to facilitate several forums … [Read more...] about Access to new markets forum sparks great interest with local Entrepreneurs
