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Bitcoin: The tax question

Bitcoin: The tax question

05 February 2018

Although usually behind the global curve, South Africa seems to be keeping pace with the current Bitcoin trend. This is positive, as we are living in an increasingly digital world with it only being a matter of time before currency too, became digital.

How SARS is helping companies to be conscious capitalists

How SARS is helping companies to be conscious capitalists

01 February 2018

Businesses that have purposefully moved from a shareholder-only focus to a corporate philosophy known as conscious capitalism have performed 10 times better than those that have not made the transition, according to Harvard Business Review. Such companies and brands are particularly sought out by socially conscious millennials - with a significant 40% more likely to base purchasing decisions on their ability to help certain causes. A recent report by Deloitte found that a corporate focus on social impact not only aids in attracting and retaining millennial talent, it can also boost both corporate growth and the bottom line.

Magda Wierzycka writes an open letter to the Deputy President of South Africa

Magda Wierzycka writes an open letter to the Deputy President of South Africa

26 January 2018

An open letter to the Deputy President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa

What does a good financial adviser really look like?

What does a good financial adviser really look like?

24 January 2018

The lowdown on getting great advice.

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What do you believe will be the biggest challenge when the COFI framework is finally implemented?

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Waving the red flag

Waving the red flag

13 December 2017
The Steinhoff example: How (ESG) ratings are critical for managing corporate controversies

The Steinhoff example: How (ESG) ratings are critical for managing corporate controversies

11 December 2017
A diverse business is a successful and sustainable business

A diverse business is a successful and sustainable business

11 December 2017
Big mistakes

Big mistakes

11 December 2017
Who’s spying on your investments?

Who’s spying on your investments?

06 December 2017
Why capital preservation is your best bet in uncertain economies

Why capital preservation is your best bet in uncertain economies

30 November 2017
Passion is the key to entrepreneurial success

Passion is the key to entrepreneurial success

29 November 2017
The impact of populism on the global economic status quo

The impact of populism on the global economic status quo

28 November 2017