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Editorial: The Western enablers of global corruption

The Luanda Leaks, publicised late on Sunday evening, have vividly outlined the scale of the business empire of Isabel dos Santos, daughter of the former president of Angola, José…

Isabel dos Santos is the daughter of Angola’s former president.

Isabel dos Santos did not loot Angola alone

Once again, Western auditing and consulting firms shamelessly facilitated corruption on an international scale

Peter Moyo was initially suspended as chief executive in May and fired in June, with Old Mutual citing a breakdown of trust and conflict of interest. (Supplied)

Old Mutual suspends chief executive citing ‘breakdown in trust’

In a SENS announcement on Friday, Old Mutual said the board had various engagements with Peter Moyo which led to the decision of his suspension.

A forensic report has found that R88-million was looted from the municipal workers’ union, Samwu, between 2012 and 2015. (Cornel van Heerden/Beeld/Gallo Images)

SA’s biggest municipal union must restore trust after graft report

The report paints a bleak picture of Samwu’s internal systems and ability to handle its 160 000 members’ money

The strike fund reserves are now depleted, however it is alleged that not all the Samwu branches and members have received their pre-approved payouts. (David Harrison/M&G)

Samwu’s strike fund used to buy t-shirts — report

The union has been plagued by persistent allegations of financial mismanagement by its leaders

Seshni Samuel, talent leader for EY. (Photo: EY)

Leading talent across EMEIA

Seshni Samuel was recently promoted from her role as Africa people leader for EY to talent leader for Europe, Middle East, India and Africa (EMEIA).

Excellence through actualisation

The company helps staff identify opportunities and make the most of them.

Foreign investment in Africa on rise

New projects in Africa are expected to enjoy strong growth from next year, with inflows of foreign direct investment forecast to reach US$150-billion.

How retailers and consumers view the festive season

Retailers are expected to keep selling price increases down this year — so keep your eyes peeled for discounts and affordable items.

What defines a successful organisation?

Ernst & Young has — over the past three years — consistently achieved a top 10 rating in CRF’s Best Employers survey.

Budget 2009: ‘More of the same’

The budget for 2009/10, due to be announced on February 11, will hold ”more of the same” for the average person, Ernst & Young said on Tuesday.

Retailers pull out stops to lure consumers

Massive discounts are on the cards this festive season as South African retailers brace themselves for the bleakest Christmas in nearly two decades.

Pricing panic

South Africa is not immune to global market turmoil, much as we would like to think otherwise.

All eyes on Manuel ahead of Budget

Finance Minister Trevor Manuel’s national budget speech on Wednesday is even more keenly anticipated this year in view of the electricity crisis and its anticipated negative…