AI and ESG a symbiotic relationship
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) promises to be more transformative than any other technology in recent memory, with the power to give rise to new industries and professions while propelling the global economy toward a new era of prosperity. By Doug Woolley,...
Xero and Sumday enhance carbon accounting for advisors
Xero has announced a global partnership with advisor-first carbon accounting platform Sumday to help accountants and bookkeepers globally to manage their own and their clients' carbon accounting. As part of the partnership, Xero and Sumday will work together to...
SA’s bumpy road to meeting international best practice
It has been a year since the grim reality of South Africa's greylisting status by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). By Gabi Richards-Smith, partner, Kirsten Wolmarans, partner, Rashaad Carrim, partner and Lerato Lamola, associate director of Webber Wentzel While...
Prioritising data privacy and security
Ensuring data privacy and security isn't just a checkbox on the chief data officers (CDOs) to-do list - it's a continuous journey towards resilience and trust. By prioritising data governance, strengthening security measures, and fostering collaboration across...
How emerging markets can prepare for the EU’s new ESG regulations
In December 2021, European leaders emerged from the COP26 climate conference in Glasgow with a resolute commitment to translate climate pledges into tangible action. Since then, the European Union (EU) has rolled out a series of regulations applying Environmental,...
How to leverage suppliers to meet ESG targets
Environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) practices have become a global standard. Still, as Bidvest International Logistics head of procurement Lenushka Parannath points out, it is not always easy for developing nations like South Africa to keep up. With...
The evolving role of the CIO requires a sustainability focus
As the world becomes increasingly digital and a shift by organisations to pursue generative AI (GenAI), a shift is taking place within boardrooms. CIOs are now fulfilling more strategic roles to drive digital transformation and sustainability. By Sarwar Khan, BT...
New regulations for the investigation, search, access or seizure of cyber articles
The new standard operating procedures for cyber investigations outline guidelines for conducting searches, seizing evidence, and accessing digital data while protecting individuals' rights, write Wendy Tembedza, partner, Prineil Padayachy, senior associate, and...
Consent puts the customer in control
In today's ever-evolving digital landscape, the concept of consumer consent has taken centre stage for companies. Gone are the days when consent was assumed; today, the control is firmly in the hands of the consumer. For those companies who handle consumer data,...
Keep data safe or pay the price
With the implementation of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), organisations in South Africa need to prioritise stringent data security measures or otherwise risk facing significant penalties and implications, writes Lisa Strydom, senior manager of...
Are ESG-related expenses tax deductible?
The sustainability of economies and in turn, society, largely hinges on how well we adopt Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). Given that naturally this comes at some cost, the tax deductibility of related expenses comes into focus. Cor Kraamwinkel, partner...
Putting you in control with the power of consent
In today's ever-evolving digital landscape, the concept of consumer consent has taken centre stage for companies. Gone are the days when consent was assumed; today, the control is firmly in the hands of the consumer. For those companies who handle consumer data,...