VALUE CREATION
OUR STRATEGY, PERFORMANCE AND IMPACT
Learning, Development and National Imperatives
Driving Transformation and Shaping the Future of the Profession
SAICA is committed to growing and transforming the accountancy profession and nurturing the next generation of skilled Chartered Accountants (CAs(SA)), Associate Accountants (AGAs(SA)) and Accounting Technicians (ATs(SA)). Our efforts focus on inclusivity, technical proficiency and ethical leadership, particularly through outreach to historically disadvantaged individuals. Aligned with the UN SDGs, initiatives such as the Thuthuka Education Upliftment Fund (TEUF) and SAICA ED promote social justice and economic empowerment and sustainable growth, ensuring a future ready profession.
Key Strategic Developments and Initiatives to Create Value in 2024
Innovative education and digital transformation
Education symposium (April 2024)
Hosted in collaboration with the University of Pretoria, engaging 125 participants face to face, and received 351 webcast bookings, with insights on fit-for-purpose education. This hybrid event titled ‘Empowering Future Generations Today through Fit-for-Purpose Education Practices’ showcased innovations in teaching and learning
AT learning materials
Comprehensive affordable study resources were developed, while creating an additional income stream for SAICA
Digitised learning programmes
Development camps, business games and quizzes now streamlined for better accessibility and efficiency
The redesigned Thuthuka application portal
Simplified the student application process and reduced steps, improving accessibility
Advancing transformation and inclusivity
In 2024, the Thuthuka programme raised sufficient funding for PGDA students, and was able to enrol a further 90 students into the PGDA programme in May 2024
Engagement through roadshows
Roadshows across all Thuthuka universities facilitated engagement sessions with students, monitoring their progress and nurturing stronger ties between the programme and its beneficiaries
Donor fundraising
Fundraising efforts such as the ‘Gear Up for Thuthuka’ Comrades Marathon campaign significantly enhanced the programme’s visibility. The campaign achieved 1 million impressions and over 10 853 interactions, opening avenues for partnerships with national running clubs. Additionally, SAICA showcased the programme at the 27th IIA SA Annual National Conference, encouraging donations to expand the student intake for 2025
Thuthuka pledge events
Participation in high-profile events like the Difference Makers Conference and Northern Region Pretoria District Golf Day promoted the programme and secured further funding commitments
Thuthuka HDI fourth-year programme
Launched in partnership with Standard Bank, this programme provides financial support to fourth-year accounting students at three Historically Disadvantaged Institutions (HDIs) – the University of Zululand, University of Venda, and Walter Sisulu University. Introduced in 2024, it highlights SAICA’s commitment to promoting diversity in the accountancy profession
Integrated youth strategy and talent development
Ushintsho programme – streamlining of the examinations portal
The successful rollout of the Ushintsho project (CRM system rollout), optimised exam registrations, eligibility checks, and the issuing of examination letters.
Successful ITC June 2024 sitting
The ITC June 2024 sitting took place on 26 and 27 June, with results released on 30 August 2024. SAICA expressed significant concern over the outcomes, prompting the implementation of a comprehensive support programme for unsuccessful candidates. This initiative aims to provide both technical guidance and holistic support, ensuring candidates are well-prepared − both academically and emotionally − for their future ITC attempts.
eVolve E-learning and CPD offerings
Seven e-learning providers were onboarded to deliver courses in areas such as ethics, sustainability, strategy, risk and governance, innovation, and digital acumen.
Public Sector Collaboration
Partnerships with Ehlanzeni TVET Colleges and National Treasury resulted in expanded AT accreditation and secured funding from the National Skills Fund (NSF), strengthening the pipeline of qualified professionals.
