What should you consider when investing in a business
You have worked hard for many years, and have finally saved enough funds and mustered the courage to take the big leap that you have been dreaming about for such a long time… you are going to invest in your own business. You have found the perfect business and is excited about your new […]
Management’s responsibility
Throughout the audit of a set of financial statements, the phrase “management/director’s responsibility” appears. It is included in the engagement letter, the financial statements and the auditor’s report. But what does it mean? Management is responsible for the management of the business, for implementing and monitoring of internal controls in the business, and in terms […]
Short term insurance: Consequences of being over or underinsured
Some people believe in short term insurance, others don’t. If you do believe in taking out short term insurance, make sure that your assets are not over or underinsured. If your assets are overinsured, it means you pay unnecessary premiums for insurance cover you will not be able to claim for. If you are underinsured, […]
The obligation to provide access to certain information about your business
The Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA), No 2 of 2000, was enacted in an effort to foster a culture of transparency and accountability in the public and private sector. It gives effect to the constitutional right of access to any information held by the State or any other person and that is required […]