The CFO Playbook
Learn how leading CFOs balance their four key roles — Steward, Operator, Catalyst, and Strategist — and get an inside look at the members shaping the future of finance.
If It Doesn’t Earn, It Doesn’t Stay!
If It Doesn’t Earn, It Doesn’t Stay! There is no shortage of new ideas in business. Teams love a pilot, executives love innovation, and everyone loves the promise of “the n
If You Think Honesty Is Risky, Try Hiding the Truth
If You Think Honesty Is Risky, Try Hiding the Truth Clear communication has always been important, but in today’s environment, it has become critical. Finance professionals are
The Board Bought a Fantasy. You’re Living the Nightmare!
The Board Bought a Fantasy. You’re Living the Nightmare! When a business model stops working, the signs are everywhere. Decisions take too long. People argue over priorities. Tea
Member Profile: Rajesh Bux
Member Profile: Rajesh Bux In this edition of our CFO Spotlight series, we feature Rajesh Bux, a seasoned finance executive and strategic leader with deep roots in Africa’s telec
Finance Is Bleeding Talent, Because You Forgot to Say ‘Well Done’
Finance Is Bleeding Talent, Because You Forgot to Say ‘Well Done’ Finance is not known for fireworks. It is known for results, deadlines, reconciliations, and that long
Too Many Cooks or Just One Overpaid Chef? Rethinking Who Calls the Shots
Too Many Cooks or Just One Overpaid Chef? Rethinking Who Calls the Shots When a business is trying to recover from financial strain or operational failure, structure matters more
The CFO Confessional: Bless Me, Market, For I Have Sinned
The CFO Confessional: Bless Me, Market, For I Have Sinned When a corporate scandal breaks, it sends shockwaves far beyond the headlines. Stakeholders lose faith, employees questi
Where Are the World’s CFOs Coming From?
What the 2025 Global Pathways Report Means for South Africa’s Finance Leaders The role of the CFO is changing. Globally, boards are rethinking not just who they appoint, but why.
From Red to Black: CFO Strategies That Drive Organisational Turnarounds
From Red to Black: CFO Strategies That Drive Organisational Turnarounds When an organisation faces financial distress, the Chief Financial Officer becomes a pivotal figure in det
Is being on top enough?
Competency + Credibility = Success. You have the competency, now earn the credibility you need to back up your unique skillet. Earn your CFO(SA) designation.