Online Normal (bookings made after 10 February 2025): R450.00
Rising compliance burdens, shifting tax regulations, and economic uncertainty are making it increasingly difficult for accountants to provide strategic financial guidance. With inflation, interest rates, and unemployment trends shaping business decisions in 2025, understanding the implications of the national budget is critical.
The CPD Budget Breakfast 2025 provides a clear breakdown of these challenges, featuring Senior Researcher Duma Gqubule , Gauteng MEC Lebogang Maile, and CIBA CEO Nicolaas van Wyk. Johan Heydenrych will offer a practical analysis of tax amendments and compliance updates. This session delivers the insights needed to help finance professionals manage risk, align with policy changes, and support clients through economic shifts.
Programme Overview
08:30 – 08:50 – Welcome Address
Nicolaas van Wyk, CEO, CIBA
An overview of the evolving economic landscape and the accountant’s role in financial resilience.
08:50 – 09:20 – Keynote: The Impact of the 2025 Budget
Lebogang Maile, MEC of Finance and Economic Development
Insights into government priorities, fiscal policies, and how they will shape the business environment.
09:20 – 10:00 – Tax Update: The 2025 Budget’s Implications
Johan Heydenrych, Director, Kreston
A breakdown of key tax amendments, compliance considerations, and strategies for finance professionals.
10:00 – 10:45 – Comfort Break
10:45 – 11:00 – Sponsor Presentation: Budgeting with Sage
Radlin Wagner, Sage
Leveraging technology for smarter budgeting and financial planning.
11:00 – 11:45 – Economic Insights: Global and Local Impact
Senior Researcher Duma Gqubule
An analysis of macroeconomic trends, inflation, and policy shifts affecting South Africa’s financial outlook.
11:45 – 12:15 – Panel Discussion: Budget Insights & Actionable Strategies
Moderated by Nicolaas van Wyk, featuring all keynote speakers
A discussion on the practical implications of the budget, including audience Q&A.
12:15 – 12:30 – Closing Remarks
Nicolaas van Wyk, CEO, CIBA
Key takeaways and the role of accountants in shaping financial resilience.
The following event is awarded 4 CPD units in Taxation.
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