The start of this month saw Nigeria basking in the glow of a well-deserved victory in the latest iteration of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The success of the tournament, which saw a significant rise in viewers and television coverage, should be good news for the rest of the continent too. Our columnist Okey Umeano FCCA looks behind the numbers and reflects on the wider economic benefits that could accrue in the coming years.
In our interview section, we meet Ugandan Steven Turyahikayo FCCA and his four offspring, all of whom have followed their father into the accounting profession. Influenced not just by their father’s varied career but also his strong belief in ethics and integrity, they have forged successful careers of their own, proving the old saying that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.
In our practice section, we speak to audit leaders from Mauritius, South Africa, Nigeria and Ethiopia about how they are responding to new global conditions that are challenging established practices and cultures and even, perhaps, the very shape of audit careers.
Following the cuts in USAID funding, finance directors in aid organisations are also grappling with big changes. In our article, we hear from some about the measures they are taking to bolster their organisations and protect vital development projects.
Elsewhere, our article on how to foster an AI culture explores why it’s important for corporate leaders to understand the true value of emerging tech if their organisations are to unlock opportunities such as improved customer experience and new avenues for growth. We get some tips on best practice.
More support is on offer in our careers section, with a CPD article on why emotional intelligence matters. In an era of digital prowess, managing emotions in the workplace has taken a back seat, but learning to reinvent yourself and stay relevant is more important than ever.
And finally, if you’re technically minded, why not develop your skills as a financial modeller? Acquiring deeper expertise in this area will increase your value to the organisation and could propel you into roles of strategic influence and leadership.
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