INFLUENCE competition competition INFLUENCE ➲

O ne lucky couple will win an all expences paid trip (including flights sponsored by Air Mauritius) to Le Touesserok in Mauritius.

Le Touessrok is one of the world's great romantic resorts. Sensuous and chic, it is the essence of cool, modern elegance basking in the cultural warmth of tropical Mauritius. The resort is set on a beautiful stretch of white-sand coastline overlooking the tranquil Trou d'Eau Douce bay. On the mainland are the suites and rooms, pools, restaurants and bars, Givenchy Spa, tennis and the kids club. Across the water are the resort's two private islands - Ile aux Cerfs, with its spectacular championship golf course designed by Bernard Langer, and Ilot Mangénie, an island retreat exclusive to guests, both a short ride by private boat.

For reservations or further information please call World Leisure Holidays on 0860 954 954 or log onto their website, www.wlh.co.za.

YOu can make a differenceIn its 2010/11 Global Competitiveness Report the World Economic Forum (WEF) rated South Africa No.1 in the world for the strength of its auditing and reporting standards – largely thanks to the quality of its chartered accountants.

A recent survey of the top 200 companies on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) found that:

• 89.6% of Finance Directors are CAs(SA)• 32.3% of Directorships are CAs(SA)• 29.7% of CEOs of the JSE top 40 are CAs(SA)

This shows that there is a demand for chartered accountants in the corporate world. By contributing to this Pledge Campaign, you will be addressing a challenge that the country faces. More CAs(SA) means better financial controls and clean audits. Your valued support will make a difference.

By Pledging R500 or more to the Thuthuka Bursary Fund you will be empowering talented students from African and Coloured communities who lack the financial means, the opportunity to create a better future for themselves, their communities and our country.

The closing date for pledges is 1 October 2013. Winners will be notified before 10 October 2013.

Wina dream trip tO mauritiusA dream for a dream .... By making a contribution to the dreams of others you stand a chance to win a holiday worth almost R100 000 to Mauritius sponsored by World Leisure Holidays.

tO enterIn order to get a successful entry you have to make a pledge.

You can deposit money directly into the Thuthuka account:THUTHUKA BURSARY FUND TRUSTSTANDARD BANKJOHANNESBURG BRANCH (000 205)A/C NO: 000 241 199 / CHEQUE A/C

the thuthuka BursarY prOgramme

The Thuthuka Bursary Fund Programme is a skills development and transformation initiative of SAICA and aims to encourage talented African and Coloured South African students who excel in mathematics, to pursue a career in the Chartered Accountancy (CA) profession.

Since its inception in 2005, the programme has produced 95 students who have passed Part 1 & Part 2 of the Qualifying Examinations, thus being a step closer to qualifying as a CA(SA) with only training requirements left to complete. Of these, 46 have either registered as CA (SA)'s or are in the process of registering, 49 are left with only training obligations to complete. With approximately 1500 students currently on the programme, the TBF has developed a successful track record of developing young minds and growing them into responsible, balanced adults who can contribute to their country.

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air mauritius

• 7 X weekly day flights out of Johannesburg• Increased frequencies from Cape Town• Two weekly flights from Durban have been

introducedNetwork connectivity:• They offer network connectivity within six

hours to all destinations, beyond Mauritius

For more information, go to: www.airmauritius.com or www.smarttravel.co.za or call: 27 (0)11 601 3900 / 27 (0)87 151 1848

aBOut the mauritius tOurism prOmOtiOn authOritY (mtpa)

The MTPA is a parastatal organisation established in 1996 to promote Mauritius as a tourist destination. It provides tourists with information on the facilities, infrastructures and services available to them when they visit the island. The MTPA also works closely with tourism agencies and conducts research into market trends and opportunities for the country. Additionally, it serves as an advisor to the Minister on all matters relating to the promotion of tourism. South Africa forms an important market for tourism to Mauritius. To this end, the MTPA office in South Africa strives to promote tourism to the island.

Visit www.tourism-mauritius.mu and E-mail: Mauritius@bairds.co.za

summertimes - mauritiusThey offer a wide range of services from transfers to nature and culture tours to local encounters with people from our island. They own more than 110 vehicles, ranging from coaches to limousines, in order to cater for all our clients’ needs.

www.summer-times.com Tel : +(230) 427 1111 email: summer@summertimes.intnet.mu

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INFLUENCE competition

TERMS AND CONDITIONS1) Closing date of the competition is 1 October 2013 2) Employees of SAICA and/or their families can not enter this competition. 3) The winner will be notified before 5 October telephonically and the name will be published in Accountancy SA 4) Prizes can not be exchanged for cash 5) The winner will be responsible for all airport taxes and relevant surcharges 6) The prize is subject to availability at the hotel concerned and will only be confirmed one month prior to departure. Due to the above, World Leisure Holidays reserves the right to move the reservation to another hotel if necessary. 7) The validity of the prize is from 10 October 2013 to 10 October 2014 8) It excludes all school holidays and peak seasons 9) Unless stated, all alchoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, additional meals, extra activities, laundry, telephone calls and sundray charges are for the winner's own account.

Tshidi Mokgabudi (KPMG)

Claire Jennings(Grant Thornton)

Gugu Mtetwa (PWC)

Dineshrie Pillay (Neospectives Consulting)

Chantyl Mulder (SAICA)

responsible leadership.

Celebrating our leaders in business and

transformation

Many women have laboured, sacrifi ced and fought for transformation. We applaud their efforts, for their work has not been in vain. Now, we would like to introduce you to some infl uential and inspirational CA(SA) leaders who have all in their own unique way contributed to transformation. SAICA wishes to congratulate all its female CAs(SA) for their inspirational leadership in both business and transformation.

And that’s the difference a CA(SA) makes.

www.fi ndacasa.co.za

Inspiring female CAs(SA)WOrld leisure hOlidaYsCreated by hospitality legend Sol Kerzner and owned by Sun Resorts Limited, World Leisure Holidays offers exclusive access to diverse leisure holiday resorts via affordable vacation packages. They believe in unforgettable leisure breaks: luxurious accommodation, idyllic locations, superb facilities, exceptional service, all-inclusive offers and unmatched value for the ultimate in leisure breaks.

From Mauritius to Zanzibar, Dubai to the Maldives, the Bahamas to Mexico, and even Cape Town, right at the tip of South Africa itself, and not forgetting their newly launched destination Thailand, including Phuket, Koh Samui and Phi Phi , explore a world of leisure holidays. Experience the magical moments on a family leisure break and make memories to treasure forever.

They understand that spending time with loved ones is an important part of life. WLH family leisure breaks will take you to some of the most exotic and fun filled locations around the world including Mauritius holidays. They offer a range of action packed family holidays for an adventure of a lifetime that will bring your family closer together. Build important relationships and capture fond memories on their famous family leisure breaks at exceptional prices.