KPMG in South Africa has announced the appointment of Joelene Pierce as the new CEO of the firm in South Africa, effective 1 March 2026.
The appointment is made as a result of current CEO Ignatius Sehoole’s imminent retirement, which will take place on 1 March 2026.
Pierce has worked at KPMG for 26 years, and currently serves as the head of financial Services in South Africa and is a member of the KPMG South Africa Policy Board.
Ignatius Sehoole, current CEO of KPMG South Africa and Chairman of KPMG Africa, says: “It is an honour to hand over to not only a highly skilled, responsible leader, but one whose career has been underpinned by driving the core principles which we, as a business, are passionate about and actively drive within the sector.
“However, it is not just the technical skills and know-how that sets CEOs apart; it is the ability to truly connect with various stakeholders and to ensure that everyone – both internally and externally – remains committed to the firm’s key values and principles. Her appointment ensures that a sound focus on innovative and next generation thinking will be prioritised alongside the key focus areas of ethical governance, integrity and holding the firm accountable to maintain public trust. This is essential to build the firm of the future for both our clients and for our people.”
Pierce comments: “I am extremely grateful and honoured to take on this new role and build on the strong foundations created during Ignatius’ tenure. I am committed to remaining focused on transformation and ethical practice, as well as embedding critical thinking into the business. This will ensure that, in addition to continuing the strong focus on instilling trust in the brand, we continue to expand the firm’s role in social and economic development. With a strong client base across different sectors, building on this will be a priority, along with continued development for our people and culture.”