Overview  

The Companies Second Amendment Act, 17 of 2024 and selected provisions of the Companies Amendment Act, 16 of 2024 came into effect on 27 December 2024. Key amendments include:   

• Memorandum of Incorporation (MOI) changes. 

• Requirements for providing financial assistances to subsidiaries. 

• The appointment of Social and Ethics Committees. 

• Matters around auditor appointments. 

The amendments have significant implications for businesses, stakeholders and professionals engaging with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). 

We invite you to join Edith Wilkins on 27 February 2025, from 10h00 to 12h00 for an in-depth discussion on these legislative changes, their practical impact and how to ensure compliance in an evolving corporate landscape. 

Learning objectives  

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills: 

• Identify the key provisions amended in the Companies Amendment Act, 16 of 2024 and the Companies Second Amendment Act, 17 of 2024.  

• Review the specific provisions that came into force and their immediate implications for businesses.  

• Understand how these changes affect corporate governance, financial reporting and compliance requirements for companies and stakeholders.  

• Know the legislative intent behind the amendments, including enhancing transparency, improving corporate governance and reducing regulatory burdens.  

• Gain clarity on recent CIPC notices, directives and compliance requirements that influence company filings, annual returns and other regulatory interactions.

Content 

The webinar will cover the following topics: 

• Objectives, purpose and function of the Act. 

  • Objectives of the Act. 

  • Purpose. 

  • Core functions and applications of the Act. 

• Effective sections in the Companies Amendment Act. 

  • Detailed review.  

  • Implications of these changes.    

• The Companies Second Amendment Act of 2024. 

  • Key updates introduced. 

  • Relevance and impact of these updates.  

• Notices issued by the CIPC.  

  • Overview of critical notices. 

  • Impact of these notices.   

Obtaining your CPD certificate 

This training is compliant with the International Education Standard (IES7) issued by the International Federation of Accountants and recognised for CPD by relevant professional bodies including ACCA, CIMA, IAC, IIA, SAICA and SAIPA. 

All attendees are issued with a CPD certificate available in an online profile.   

Who should attend? 

The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar: 

• Practising accountants including: CA(SA), Professional Accountant (SA), AGA(SA), FCCA, BAP(SA), BA(SA) and ACCA. 

• Financial advisors. 

• Wealthy individuals. 

• Business owners. 

Price 

• R 450.00 - Online admission - Individual. 

• Group Price 1 - From R337 per person (up to 5 users)  

• Group Price 2 - From R260 per person (up to 10 users)  

• Group Price 3 - From R224 per person (over 11 users) 

Steps to register for the event:  

If you already have a profile, login and register for the webinar. 

If you don’t have a profile, create a free profile then login and register for the webinar. 

Click here to create a free profile (There is no charge to create a profile and gain access to our free Monthly Practice Management Series). 

Click here to find out about the Technical Resource Centre & CPD Subscription options. 

Additional material 

By attending this webinar you will be provided with: 

• A summarised slide presentation. 

• Reference documents and/or course material where available. 

• You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar.

Corporate training solutions 

At SA Accounting Academy, we recognise the evolving needs of businesses in today's dynamic environment. Beyond our standard webinar offerings, we provide tailored corporate training solutions designed to empower your team with the latest in accounting and professional skills. Whether you're looking for online sessions or face-to-face training, our programs are crafted to ensure a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.  

Drawing inspiration from modern training methodologies, our corporate solutions are interactive, adaptable, and focused on real-world applications. We prioritise hands-on learning, ensuring your team can immediately apply their newfound knowledge in practical scenarios.  

Interested in a bespoke corporate training experience? Reach out to us at corporate@accountingacademy.co.za or call 010 593 0466. Together, let's design a training program that elevates your team's capabilities and aligns with your organisational goals. 

Contact us   

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• Phone: 010 593 0466   

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