M & A Legislation Update


CPD hours: 2 Hours

Price: R550.00

Video Type: Single

Presenter: Caryn Maitland CA(SA)
Owner, Maitland & Associates
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M & A Legislation Update

CPD Hours: 2

Price: R550.00


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M & A Legislation Update

Presenters : Caryn Maitland CA(SA)


Overview

The 2024 Legislation and Governance Update webinar provides an essential review of key legislative changes impacting corporate governance, auditing, financial services, employment laws, and anti-corruption regulations in South Africa. Designed for accountants, auditors, and governance professionals, this session will delve into the latest amendments in laws governing corporate structures, anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, labor regulations, and climate-related legislation, ensuring participants stay ahead of compliance and governance requirements.


Learning Objectives

By attending this webinar, participants will gain:

  • A comprehensive understanding of the 2024 updates to corporate laws, including key amendments to the Companies Act.
  • Insights into AML/CFT regulations, greylisting concerns, and increased responsibilities for accountants and auditors.
  • Practical knowledge of employment law changes and the implications for payroll and contract compliance.
  • An understanding of climate-related laws and how financial professionals must navigate compliance and reporting.
  • An awareness of the POPIA and cybersecurity updates, with a focus on protecting personal data and ensuring transparency.

Content

 The webinar will cover the following topics:

  • Corporate Laws:

    • Overview of amendments to the Companies Act, 2008.
    • New statutory obligations for remuneration reporting and director delinquency claims.
    • Enhanced auditor responsibilities and transparency requirements.
  • AML and Anti-Corruption Laws:

    • Key updates to South Africa’s AML regime, including customer due diligence and FATF compliance.
    • Legal precedents affecting auditor liabilities and responsibilities.
  • Employment and Labour Laws:

    • 2024 changes to employment regulations, including the National Minimum Wage and the Employment Equity Act.
    • Case law review on labor compliance and auditor obligations.
  • POPIA, PAIA, and Cybersecurity:

    • Key amendments to data protection laws, with a focus on compliance and cybersecurity risks.
    • Case studies on data breaches and regulatory enforcement actions.
  • Climate-related Legislation:

    • The Climate Change Act and Carbon Tax Act updates for 2024.
    • How auditors and accountants must navigate environmental impact assessments and compliance reporting.

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