Event Details

We are just 3 days away from ABASA's National Annual Convention in Cape Town from the 27th - 29th of October 2022 under the theme: Driving Leadership Excellence.


This is the organizations flagship event which will celebrate 37 years of ABASAs existence as a transformation leader in the accounting and auditing sector.


ABASAs ultimate focus is the creation of a pipeline of leaders who will elevate the agenda of transformation at higher echelons of management. This convention is an opportunity for ABASA to showcase what the organisation is about and to create a platform for engagement with members and key stakeholders on matters of national interest. It also presents an opportunity for sponsors and partners to inform our members of products, services and opportunities. It presents an opportunity for the organisation to set targets for the next 12 months, report on activities of the organization to members and celebrate the milestones of transforming the profession.

Gala Dinner

Tickets have been sold out.

Please take note of the dress code which is African Black Tie.


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Agenda

  • Oct 29, 2022

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Conference Plenaries : Check in, Breakfast and Networking
10:00 AM - 10:05 AM
Opening Remarks : Thabo Mongatane
10:05 AM - 10:10 AM
Welcome - Linda Maqoma ABASA National President
10:10 AM - 11:55 AM
Panel 1 : “The Impact of the Education Trajectory on the Accounting Profession”
11:55 AM - 12:40 PM
Panel 2 : "Embracing Disruption in a Changing World”
12:40 PM - 1:25 PM
Panel 3 : “Redefining the Future of Leadership in South Africa"
1:25 PM - 1:55 PM
Lunch
1:55 PM - 2:40 PM
Panel 4 : 'The Global Transformation Roundtable : ABASA x NABA Plenary'
2:40 PM - 3:25 PM
Panel 5 : Strengthening Transformation and Diversity in Boards
3:25 PM - 3:55 PM
Wrap up and Action Items - Thabo Mongatane
3:55 PM - 6:00 PM
Networking
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Gala Dinner : Check In, Networking and Starters
7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Opening Remarks - Zizo Tshwete
7:15 PM - 7:30 PM
Welcome : Lazoma Momo, Chairperson of ABASA Western Cape
7:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Headline Sponsor Message : Dario Grossini- SAPRO Co-CEO
7:45 PM - 8:00 PM
President's Address : Linda Maqoma - ABASA National President
8:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Main Meal and Entertainment
8:45 PM - 8:55 PM
Introduction of Keynote Speaker
8:55 PM - 9:30 PM
Keynote address : Lesetja Kganyago, Governor of the South African Reserve Bank
9:30 PM - 9:45 PM
Recognition Awards : Khaya Sithole
9:45 PM - 10:00 PM
President's Awards : President Linda Maqoma
10:00 PM - 10:15 PM
Vote of Thanks - Jeff van Rooyen Founding President of ABASA
10:15 PM - 11:00 PM
Dessert, Gift Collection and Networking

Convention Outline

Annual President's Cup - Golf Fundraiser

The Annual President's Cup was established in 2016 as part of the Annual National Convention Activities. This year's Golf Day will be attended by past presidents, stalwarts, corporate and business members, national and provincial leadership and stakeholders of ABASA with the aim of raising funds for education Legacy Projects to address grassroot challenges in our education system.


Join us and be part of this pipeline development project with ABASA.

Career Expo

Business Indaba

Womens Circle

Past Presidents' Dinner and Founding Presidents Book Launch

Conference Plenaries

ABASA Recognition Awards 2022

Help ABASA recognize deserving members for their amazing achievements in 2022.


Click on the poster to nominate.


Nominees must be ABASA paid up members in good standing.

Closing date is Friday 14th of October.

Speakers

  • Linda Maqoma (National President at ABASA)

    Linda Maqoma

    National President at ABASA

    Founder and Director at Nomatshawe Group

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  • Jeff Van Rooyen (Founding President at ABASA)

    Jeff Van Rooyen

    Founding President at ABASA

    Chairman at Uranus Investment holdings (Pty) Ltd

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  • Futhi Mtoba (Past President at ABASA)

    Futhi Mtoba

    Past President at ABASA

    Co-Convenor at Women Economic Assembly

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  • Israel Skosana (Past President at ABASA)

    Israel Skosana

    Past President at ABASA

  • Gugu Ncube (Past President at ABASA)

    Gugu Ncube

    Past President at ABASA

    Head Operational Excellence at Barloworld Limited

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  • Sathie Gounden (Past President at ABASA)

    Sathie Gounden

    Past President at ABASA

    CEO at Amalgam

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  • Mokgabo Maletswa (Chairperson at ABASA Joburg)

    Mokgabo Maletswa

    Chairperson at ABASA Joburg

    Host

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  • Neo Motimele (Chairperson at ABASA National Trainee)

    Neo Motimele

    Chairperson at ABASA National Trainee

    Host

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  • Thabo Mongatane (Chairperson at ABASA Leadership Committe)

    Thabo Mongatane

    Chairperson at ABASA Leadership Committe

    Host

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  • Lazola Momo (Chairperson at ABASA Western Cape)

    Lazola Momo

    Chairperson at ABASA Western Cape

  • Sibusiso Nduna (Chairperson at ABASA Business Forum)

    Sibusiso Nduna

    Chairperson at ABASA Business Forum

    Host

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  • Roesh Jass (Senior Talent (L&D) Specialist at SAPRO)

    Roesh Jass

    Senior Talent (L&D) Specialist at SAPRO

  • Lynette Ntuli (CEO of Innate Solutions)

    Lynette Ntuli

    CEO of Innate Solutions

    Host

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  • Emma Mashilwane (CEO of MASA Risk Advisory Services)

    Emma Mashilwane

    CEO of MASA Risk Advisory Services

  • Annie McWalter (CEO of The Hope Factory (NPC) and  SAICA Enterprise Development (Pty) Ltd.)

    Annie McWalter

    CEO of The Hope Factory (NPC) and SAICA Enterprise Development (Pty) Ltd.

  • Ncumisa Nodaka (Managing Director of Ncumisa Chartered Accountants and Auditors)

    Ncumisa Nodaka

    Managing Director of Ncumisa Chartered Accountants and Auditors

  • Bojane Segooa (Senior Lecturer at UNISA)

    Bojane Segooa

    Senior Lecturer at UNISA

  • Zakariya Alli (CFO at FASSET)

    Zakariya Alli

    CFO at FASSET

  • Siseko Tose (Head of Personal Wealth at ABASA)

    Siseko Tose

    Head of Personal Wealth at ABASA

  • Thuto Masasa (Head of Advisory Services at BDO)

    Thuto Masasa

    Head of Advisory Services at BDO

  • Zizo Tshwete (Mc)

    Zizo Tshwete

    Mc

  • Lesetja Kganyago (Governor of the Reserve Bank)

    Lesetja Kganyago

    Governor of the Reserve Bank

  • Alicia Davids (CEO of ASISA Academy)

    Alicia Davids

    CEO of ASISA Academy

  • Dario Grassini (co-CEO & Founder of SAPRO)

    Dario Grassini

    co-CEO & Founder of SAPRO

  • Nazrien Kadar (Head of Tax at Old Mutual)

    Nazrien Kadar

    Head of Tax at Old Mutual

  • Sangeeta Kallen (Business unit leader Western Cape at Auditor General of South Africa (AGSA))

    Sangeeta Kallen

    Business unit leader Western Cape at Auditor General of South Africa (AGSA)

  • Sarah Legodi (Chief people and Culture officer at SAPRO)

    Sarah Legodi

    Chief people and Culture officer at SAPRO

  • Boniswa Madikizela (Senior Lecturer at UJ)

    Boniswa Madikizela

    Senior Lecturer at UJ

  • Portia Mkhabela (Market head at Acca)

    Portia Mkhabela

    Market head at Acca

  • Lukhona Mnguni (Head of Policy and Research at Rivonia Circle)

    Lukhona Mnguni

    Head of Policy and Research at Rivonia Circle

  • Oletilwe Mogashoa (Head of Business Development at Old Mutual Large Enterprise)

    Oletilwe Mogashoa

    Head of Business Development at Old Mutual Large Enterprise

  • Monde Lot Ndlovu (Consultant at African Leadership Development)

    Monde Lot Ndlovu

    Consultant at African Leadership Development

  • Mbali Ntuli (CEO and Founder of GroundWork Collective)

    Mbali Ntuli

    CEO and Founder of GroundWork Collective

  • Timanyechi Phokoso (Finance Manager at Old Mutual Malawi)

    Timanyechi Phokoso

    Finance Manager at Old Mutual Malawi

  • Elmarie Porthouse (Founder and Head of Board career coaching at NEDCareer)

    Elmarie Porthouse

    Founder and Head of Board career coaching at NEDCareer

  • Jesse Rhodes (National Treasurer & Board Member at NABA)

    Jesse Rhodes

    National Treasurer & Board Member at NABA

  • Matilde Shuuya (Group Reporting manager at Old Mutual Namibia)

    Matilde Shuuya

    Group Reporting manager at Old Mutual Namibia

  • Khaya Sithole (Director of Corusca)

    Khaya Sithole

    Director of Corusca

  • Lorika Tobias (Strategy Support Manager Group Marketing Public Affairs And Sustainabilty at Old Mutual)

    Lorika Tobias

    Strategy Support Manager Group Marketing Public Affairs And Sustainabilty at Old Mutual

Documents

Tickets

Career Expo

Day 2 - 28 October 2022, 8:00am - 6:00pm
Physical Attendance @ Cape Town ICC

Standard Price Complimentary
Business Indaba - Members

Day 2 - 28 October 2022, 8:00am - 6:00pm
Physical Attendance @ Cape Town ICC

Member Price Complimentary
Business Indaba - Non-Members

Day 2 - 28 October 2022, 8:00am - 6:00pm
Physical Attendance @ Cape Town ICC

Standard Price R 750
Women's Circle - Members

Day 2 - 28 October 2022, 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Physical Attendance @ Cape Town ICC

Member Price Complimentary
Women's Circle - Non-members

Day 2 - 28 October 2022, 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Physical Attendance @ Cape Town ICC

Standard Price R 750
Conference Plenaries - Members - Solo

Day 3 - 29 October 2022, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Physical Attendance @ Cape Town ICC

Member Price Complimentary
Standard Price R 750
Conference Plenaries - Non-Members - Solo

Day 3 - 29 October 2022, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Physical Attendance @ Cape Town ICC

Member Price Complimentary
Gala Dinner Solo - Non-Members

This ticket is available to non-members of ABASA who will be attending the Gala Dinner physically on Day 3 of the ABASA Annual Convention, 29 October 2022, at the Cape Town ICC.

Standard Price R 3,000
Gala Dinner Solo - Members (Sold Out)

This ticket is available to ABASA Members who will be attending the Gala Dinner physically on Day 3 of the ABASA Annual Convention, 29 October 2022, at the Cape Town ICC.

Standard Price R 2,500
Annual President's Cup - Golf Day Four Ball
Standard Price R 5,750

Payment options

Should you not be able to pay online, payment can be done via EFT using our banking details below:


Bank: Standard Bank

Bank Account Holder: Association for Advancement of Black Accountants of Southern Africa (ABASA)

Account Number: 001819798

Branch Code: 051 001

Reference: Name and Surname


Kindly send proof of payment to events@abasa.org.za to activate your ticket.


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