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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250514T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250514T130000
DTSTAMP:20250505T055552Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA Masterclass: Demystifying Financial Markets
DESCRIPTION:Financial markets can impact our businesses and they even filter into our own lives. In this half day masterclass\, Lisa-Ann Morris will demystify the terminology and explore economics of these markets in simple and understood language. \nThe master class will take a deep dive into topics including: \n\nWhat determines market prices\nWhat’s a bid and offer\nKey economic data and the role of expectations\nOTC vs exchange traded markets\nForeign exchange and volatility\nInterest rates and yield curves\nDerivatives and the role they play\n\nIf you are a busy professional with limited time but the language of financial markets is getting you down\, then this masterclass is for you!
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-masterclass-demystifying-financial-markets/
LOCATION:Northwards\, 21 Rockridge Road\, Parktown\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250324T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250324T163000
DTSTAMP:20250203T092805Z
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SUMMARY:JIBAR Transition Seminar – Practical Impact on Corporate Borrowers
DESCRIPTION:With the anticipated announcement of JIBAR cessation later this year\, it is essential for corporates to stay ahead of the changes that will inevitably reshape the financial landscape. \nTo support you in navigating this pivotal shift\, the Loan Market Association (LMA)\, in collaboration with ACTSA and RMB\, are hosting an exclusive\, invite-only in-person seminar in Cape Town on 24 March. This event will bring together senior leaders from key organisations to explore the implications of the JIBAR transition on corporates. \nThis seminar is carefully designed to provide: \n\nLessons from the LIBOR transition: Discover key takeaways from one of the most pivotal financial shifts in recent history.\nInsights into the JIBAR transition: Understand the practical impact on corporate lending and how to prepare effectively.\n\nThe session will also include a Q&A segment\, providing you the opportunity to ask pressing questions and hear directly from industry experts. \nClick here to register: Event Registration
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/jibar-transition-seminar-practical-impact-on-corporate-borrowers/
LOCATION:Rand Merchant Bank\, Portside 5 Buitengracht Street Cape Town City Centre\, Rand Merchant Bank\, Portside 5 Buitengracht Street\, Cape Town City Centre\, Western Cape\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250219T093000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250219T103000
DTSTAMP:20250218T064239Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA Webinar: Navigating the end of JIBAR - A guide to the transition
DESCRIPTION:Presented by:\nKim Robertson\, Project Manager\, FirstRand Group\nZakhele Gininda\, Lead Financial Markets Specialist\, SARB\nRuan Roux\, Head of Enterprise Architecture\, SARB. \nThe Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) invites you to an insightful webinar that will equip treasurers and those in the financial industry with the knowledge and tools to successfully navigate the transition away from JIBAR. As JIBAR nears its end\, businesses face key challenges in adjusting their financial strategies and systems. \nThis webinar will cover the following: \n\nBackground of Rates Reforms\nIndustry set up\, timeline and progress\nJIBAR vs ZARONIA\nPractical implementation\n\nRegister now and stay ahead of the curve!
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-webinar-navigating-the-end-of-jibar-a-treasurers-guide-to-the-transition/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241105T093000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241105T103000
DTSTAMP:20241029T124855Z
CREATED:20241021T084647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T124855Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA Webinar: Debt Capital Markets Commercial Paper Amendment Update
DESCRIPTION:The South African Prudential Authority has recently published a new set of proposed amendments to the Commercial Paper Exemption Notice of 1994 (Notice). Casper Van Heerden\, Partner\, Head of Debt Capital Markets at Bowmans will discuss these amendments and draw comparisons with the first draft amendments to the Notice published a year ago in 2023. He will also highlight the challenges which remain with the drafting and propose a way forward for corporates considering these amendments.
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-webinar-commercial-paper-amendment-update/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241016T073000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241016T163000
DTSTAMP:20241009T083441Z
CREATED:20240829T063747Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA Conference - Evolution toward a smart corporate treasury
DESCRIPTION:The ACTSA Conference is fast approaching and we are excited about the incredible lineup we have in store for you. Join your treasury peers and financial professionals and register now for the ACTSA Conference where industry experts will present on innovative content\, emerging opportunities and areas of development in treasury\, whilst engaging in insightful discussions and networking opportunities. \nThe treasury environment is fast evolving and we need to keep our finger on the pulse. Preparing for the future is vital for an effective treasury function in ensuring digitalisation\, capital clarity and cash visibility. Adopting treasury innovation is key to better management processes and insights. Thought leaders will share their expertise and lessons to treasury and finance professionals. \nThe conference will provide treasurers content on: \n\n\n\nJorg Passler\, Group Treasurer\, Sappi: Empowering Growth: Enhancing influence as a treasurer both internally and externally\nJohn van der Westhuizen & Omar Shariff\, Kyriba: Technical innovation for the evolving treasurer\nJay Hanoomaun\, Head of Transactional Banking Sales & Palesa Mkhize\, Head of Liquidity\, Absa Corporate and Investment Bank: Bringing Smart Treasuries to life: How banks\, fintech’s and technology enable corporate treasuries\nDanielle Frank\, Sustainable Finance Transactor\, RMB: The evolution of sustainable finance: How it began\, the present market and the future that lies ahead\nPanel Discussion facilitated by Lesego Ndaba\, Nedbank: Data & insights in solving for treasurers – Managing Treasury in the world of AI\nJustin Milo\, Executive\, Head: Trade & Working Capital\, Standard Bank Group: Leveraging the Treasurer’s Toolkit to enable smart corporate treasuries\nWillem Reitsma\, Vice President at DP World SSA Region Treasury: Crafting the Future: The versatile and adaptive smart treasurer\nNeo Ralafeta\, Treasury Structuring\, Investec: Navigating Dollar Funding: Trends and Insights
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-conference-evolution-toward-a-smart-corporate-treasury/
LOCATION:Country Club Johannesburg Woodmead\, Cnr Lincoln and Woodland Drive\, Johannesburg\, 2001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240911T073000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240911T093000
DTSTAMP:20240909T083138Z
CREATED:20240712T073250Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA Breakfast Presentation: A new beginning - What can investors expect
DESCRIPTION:With elections out of the way\, and with markets and the currency seemingly approving\, South Africa can now focus on rebuilding key institutions and getting growth going. Although globally interest rates remain high\, they look set to start falling\, creating a more positive global backdrop. Add to this\, a South Africa on the mend\, could this finally be the moment investors have been waiting for? \nThe Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) in association with Investec invites you and your colleagues to a Breakfast Presentation presented by Jeremy Gardiner who will unpack what investors can expect for the rest of this year\, and the next?
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-breakfast-presentation-a-new-beginning-what-can-investors-expect/
LOCATION:Investec Sandton 100 Grayston Drive Sandton\, Investec Sandton 100 Grayston Drive\, Sandton\, Gauteng\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240801T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240801T150000
DTSTAMP:20240703T075512Z
CREATED:20240508T081941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T075512Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA Cape Town Presentation: JIBAR Transitions to ZARONIA: What the reference rate reform means for you and your business
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa in association with Standard Bank Ltd. is coming to Cape Town and invites you and your colleagues to an insightful presentation and dialogue that will empower the attendees on: \n\nThe importance of reference rates in Financial Markets\, how and why they are being reformed.\nWhy ZARONIA has been selected as a replacement for JIBAR\, how and when the market will transition to the new rate\nInsights into products that will use ZARONIA in derivative\, cash\, bond and loans markets\n\nAs the global financial markets practice of moving towards risk-free rates as an alternative to interbank offer rates\, the South African Reserve Bank is on a journey to transition into such reference rates\, which are at the core of many financial contracts and are being utilized to measure the performance of financial activities. \nIn South Africa\, the Johannesburg Interbank Average Rate (JIBAR) has and is being used as a reference rate that underpins a significant number of these financial contracts and valuations. With this transition\, contracts linked to JIBAR\, will be replaced by a ZARONIA rate.
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-cape-town-presentation-jibar-transitions-to-zaronia-what-the-reference-rate-reform-means-for-you-and-your-business/
LOCATION:Liberty Head Office\, Century Blvd\, Century City\, Cape Town\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240611T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240611T150000
DTSTAMP:20240508T081651Z
CREATED:20240508T075436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T081651Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA KZN Breakfast Presentation: JIBAR Transitions to ZARONIA - What the reference rate reform means for you and your business
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa in association with Standard Bank Ltd. is coming to KwaZulu Natal and invites you and your colleagues to an insightful presentation and dialogue that will empower the attendees on: \n\nThe importance of reference rates in Financial Markets\, how and why they are being reformed.\nWhy ZARONIA has been selected as a replacement for JIBAR\, how and when the market will transition to the new rate\nInsights into products that will use ZARONIA in derivative\, cash\, bond and loans markets\n\nAs the global financial markets practice of moving towards risk-free rates as an alternative to interbank offer rates\, the South African Reserve Bank is on a journey to transition into such reference rates\, which are at the core of many financial contracts and are being utilized to measure the performance of financial activities. \nIn South Africa\, the Johannesburg Interbank Average Rate (JIBAR) has and is being used as a reference rate that underpins a significant number of these financial contracts and valuations. With this transition\, contracts linked to JIBAR\, will be replaced by a ZARONIA rate.
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-kzn-breakfast-presentation-jibar-transitions-to-zaronia-what-the-reference-rate-reform-means-for-you-and-your-business/
LOCATION:Standard Bank Centre\, 1 Kingsmead Way\, Stamford Hill\, Durban\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240514T070000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240514T160000
DTSTAMP:20240410T124738Z
CREATED:20220823T081547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T124738Z
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SUMMARY:TECHNICAL ANALYSIS WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) in association with Full Value Financial Services invites you to attend a Technical Analysis Workshop that will enable you to foster an appreciation for market analysis techniques as well as to create the ability to effectively understand and evaluate technical analysis reports. The course is designed to equip attendees with a basic understanding of technical and fundamental analysis and successfully apply the learned techniques. \nThe fundamental analysis module gives a conceptual overview and covers the important components necessary to perform fundamental analysis. Attendees will be able to use the content as a knowledge base to better understand and evaluate analysis reports. \nCourse Content\n\n\n\n\n·         Basic Tenets and Comparison to Fundamental Analysis\nA thorough study of the relevant techniques used in technical forecasting is a prerequisite for the effective application. \n·         Human Behaviour- Why Technical Analysis is Effective\nThe supporting rationale of technical analysis is compared to fundamental analysis as in introduction to the complementary potential of charting. \n·         Building Blocks of Technical Analysis\nChart types – The concept of trend\nSupport\, resistance and trend lines\nDifferent moving averages and uses\nOscillators\nIntroduction to Fibonacci ratios \n·         Chart formations\nReversal patterns\nContinuation patterns\nOther short term patterns \n·         Combining Analysis Techniques Optimally\nCorrectly combining the various technical tools in an optimal decision making structure via practical examples \n·         Basic introduction to:\nElliot Wave analysis\nFibonacci ratios \nParticipants of the Technical Analysis course will be awarded FPI 4 CPD points.
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/technical-analysis-workshop/
LOCATION:Country Club Johannesburg Woodmead\, Cnr Lincoln and Woodland Drive\, Johannesburg\, 2001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240314T070000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240314T093000
DTSTAMP:20240308T095505Z
CREATED:20240214T053657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T095505Z
UID:179930-1710399600-1710408600@actsa.org.za
SUMMARY:JIBAR Transitions to ZARONIA: What the reference rate reform means for you and your business
DESCRIPTION:As the global financial markets practice of moving towards risk-free rates as an alternative to interbank offer rates\, the South African Reserve Bank is on a journey to transition into such reference rates\, which are at the core of many financial contracts and are being utilized to measure the performance of financial activities. \nIn South Africa\, the Johannesburg Interbank Average Rate (JIBAR) has and is being used as a reference rate that underpins a significant number of these financial contracts and valuations. With this transition\, contracts linked to JIBAR\, will be replaced by a ZARONIA rate. \nThe Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa in association with Standard Bank Ltd. invites you and your colleagues to an insightful presentation and dialogue that will empower the attendees on: \n\nThe importance of reference rates in Financial Markets\, how and why they are being reformed.\nWhy ZARONIA has been selected as a replacement for JIBAR\, how and when the market will transition to the new rate\nInsights into products that will use ZARONIA in derivative\, cash\, bond and loans markets
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/jibar-transitions-to-zaronia-what-the-reference-rate-reform-means-for-you-and-your-business/
LOCATION:Country Club Johannesburg Woodmead\, Cnr Lincoln and Woodland Drive\, Johannesburg\, 2001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240220T070000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240220T093000
DTSTAMP:20240208T080017Z
CREATED:20240129T074307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T080017Z
UID:179845-1708412400-1708421400@actsa.org.za
SUMMARY:ACTSA Breakfast presentation: The relevance of the Global Fx Code today and in the future
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) in association with the South African Foreign Exchange Committee (SAFXC) invites you and your colleagues to a Breakfast presentation and panel discussion where the presenters will be highlighting new developments around the FX Global Code\, including the revision. \nThe FX Global Code was introduced six years ago with the aim of providing a common set of guidelines to promote the integrity and effective functioning of the wholesale foreign exchange (FX) market. But if it’s to remain relevant\, this everchanging code requires buy in from the corporates. \nPresenters Zafar Parker\, SAFXC Chaiperson and Head of the Financial Markets Department at the South African Reserve Bank\, Richard De Roos\, SAFXC Deputy Chairperson and Head: CIB Operations\, Standard Bank and Andries Tshishonga\, Manager: Foreign Exchange Markets and Trading in Financial Markets Department\, South African Reserve Bank will expand on the following: \n\nThe benefits of adopting of the FX Global Code \nSAFXC outreach program to the buy-side\nProportionality Self-Assessment Tool
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-breakfast-presentation-global-fx-code/
LOCATION:Country Club Johannesburg Woodmead\, Cnr Lincoln and Woodland Drive\, Johannesburg\, 2001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231020
DTSTAMP:20230918T070351Z
CREATED:20230828T081037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T070351Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Maths Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated By Mike Sandler\nThe Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) in association with Full Value Financial Services invites you to attend a two day workshop to build on the basic financial math knowledge and to make it more meaningful from a practical point of view. \nCourse outline: \n\nPerform basic interest rate calculations.\nPerform calculations based on the time value of money.\nCalculate the prices and yields on financial markets instruments.\nCalculate broken dates through interpolations.\nCalculate present and future value of money in a variety of circumstances.\nPerform discounting and compounding calculations.\nConvert discounts\, interest rates and yields to one another.\nCalculate true yield and discount to yield.\nCalculate the yield on various financial markets instruments.\nIRR\, NPV and MIRR\nConstruct and interpret yield curves.\nZero coupon yield curve\, forward forward yield curve\, par bond (swap) yield curve\nLink the value of future cash flows to the yield curve.\nCalculate the impact of forward interest rates on the yield curve.\n\nPlease note: Each delegate will be given an HP financial calculator\, course material and a useful formula sheet.
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/financial-maths-workshop/
LOCATION:Country Club Johannesburg Woodmead\, Cnr Lincoln and Woodland Drive\, Johannesburg\, 2001\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230921T070000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230921T093000
DTSTAMP:20230918T070143Z
CREATED:20230823T053712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T070143Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA Breakfast: Getting to grips with the fair value of the Rand during volatile times
DESCRIPTION:In today's financial climate\, the rand has faced both local and global challenges and predicting its performance is a difficult task even for the most experienced currency experts. ACTSA in association with Absa invite you to a Breakfast Presentation that will look at the driving factors behind the rand volatility and how you can prepare your business for any financial situation including: \n\nWhat has driven to record lows this year\nWhat is the rand’s prevailing fair value\nWhat is the outlook for the exchange rate into year end\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/getting-to-grips-with-the-fair-value-of-the-rand-during-volatile-times/
LOCATION:Country Club Johannesburg Woodmead\, Cnr Lincoln and Woodland Drive\, Johannesburg\, 2001\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230907T093000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230907T100000
DTSTAMP:20230830T071454Z
CREATED:20230830T071454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T071454Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA Webinar: Changing the Commercial Paper Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Please join ACTSA and Casper van Heerden\, Partner\, Head of Debt Capital Markets at Bowmans for a webinar on the recently published proposed amendments to the Commercial Paper Exemption Notice of 1994 (Notice). The Notice regulates the way in which corporates can issue commercial paper and therefore raise funding from institutional investors. \nHowever\, the proposed amendments will significantly change the status quo. For example\, one proposed change is that the term of all commercial paper be limited to 364 days. Ultimately these changes require careful consideration and thought by any companies or entities issuing notes.
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-webinar-changing-the-commercial-paper-landscape/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230627T070000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230627T093000
DTSTAMP:20230828T073550Z
CREATED:20230515T075110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T073550Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast Presentation: The resilient treasury: navigate the storm
DESCRIPTION:We are living through truly tough times; high interest rates\, relentless inflation\, electricity crisis and other ailing infrastructure\, social discourse and unrests\, war and instability. Corporate Treasuries are responsible for managing financial affairs by facing off to the market and are responsible for navigating these storms\, while meeting the financial objectives of the organisation they serve.\n\nThe Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) in association with Deloitte Africa will discuss how treasurers can navigate these challenging times which will include:\n\nAgenda:\n•Market developments: Challenges relating to market reforms such as the transition from JIBAR to ZARONIA and the impact of margin requirements\n•Resilience through the business cycle (business-as-usual\, stress\, severe stress/crisis): Ready\, Respond\, Recovery & Regenerate\n•Holistic approach to future proof the Treasury function: look at the 5 capitals of resilience\, i.e. people\, reputational\, operational\, financial and environmental\n•Financial specific considerations
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/breakfast-presentation-the-resilient-treasury-navigate-the-storm/
LOCATION:Country Club Johannesburg Woodmead\, Cnr Lincoln and Woodland Drive\, Johannesburg\, 2001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230523T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230524T160000
DTSTAMP:20230420T072935Z
CREATED:20230420T072935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T072935Z
UID:179319-1684828800-1684944000@actsa.org.za
SUMMARY:ACTSA Workshop - Derivatives for Corporates
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) in association with Full Value Financial Services invites you to attend a two day workshop on the use of derivatives for the corporate treasurer and trader. \nMany people are ‘afraid’ of derivatives due to either ‘bad publicity’ or from being unaware of their practical uses. This workshop will show the practical uses\, advantages and disadvantages in using derivatives so that treasurers and treasury official can make informed decisions on how to use derivatives to their best advantage. \nCourse outline: \n\nWhat is a derivative?\nThe purpose of derivatives\nOver the counter v exchange traded derivatives\nFRAs (Forward Rate Agreements) and Jibar futures\nThe uses of these greatly underutilised instruments\nIRSs (Interest Rate Swaps)\nThe mechanics and versatility of these products\nForward contracts in foreign exchange\nPartially optional and fully optional FECs\nParticipating FECs\nCross currency interest rate swaps\nOptional Forwards?\nOptions- the theory\nOptions- practical uses\nFutures (in general)\nCurrency futures in detail\nContract for difference CFDs
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-workshop-derivatives-for-corporates/
LOCATION:Country Club Johannesburg Woodmead\, Cnr Lincoln and Woodland Drive\, Johannesburg\, 2001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230504T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230504T170000
DTSTAMP:20230504T082156Z
CREATED:20230504T073812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T082156Z
UID:179345-1683187200-1683219600@actsa.org.za
SUMMARY:Financial Markets Online Course
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) in association with Lisa-Ann Morris is delighted to offer the Introduction to Financial Markets online course that allows you to learn at your own pace and in your own time. \nThis introductory level course of 64 lessons and 3 hours of video content is perfect to prepare and expose new candidates to the world of financial markets. It will also provide a useful refresher to those already familiar to the business.
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/financial-markets-online-course/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230419T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230419T143000
DTSTAMP:20230417T124355Z
CREATED:20230317T065903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T124355Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Market Practitioners Group Conference
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URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/2023-market-practitioners-group-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230328T070000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230328T093000
DTSTAMP:20230215T071356Z
CREATED:20230201T071812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T071356Z
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SUMMARY:FATF Grey Listing: The outlook and implications for South Africa
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) in association with KPMG invites you and your colleagues to a breakfast presentation and panel discussion where experts will provide insight into the FATF’s decision. \nThe panellist  will delve into the FATF’s methodology in assessing South Africa\, with reference to international best practice and global case studies. They will debate the need for cohesion and collaboration and critically assess the need for a partnership between business\, regulators and society in order for South Africa to combat financial crime. \nJoin us on Tuesday March 28th as the presenters provide a deep dive into the economic implications of the decision and give a synopsis of how the markets have responded to the announcement. They will ponder some of the unintended consequences of the decision and how this may impact South Africa and organisations going forward.
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/fatf-grey-listing-the-outlook-and-implications-for-south-africa/
LOCATION:Country Club Johannesburg Woodmead\, Cnr Lincoln and Woodland Drive\, Johannesburg\, 2001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230316T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230317T170000
DTSTAMP:20230222T090108Z
CREATED:20230222T083750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T090108Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA Member Benefit: GTR Africa trade\, export\, infrastructure finance conference complimentary pass
DESCRIPTION:As a supporting partner of this event\, we have secured the following benefits for you! \nGTR Africa returns to Cape Town\, South Africa on March 16-17 to provide another market-leading event for the trade\, supply chain\, commodity and export finance community. \nWith over 500 participants expected to attend over two packed days of networking and debate\, delegates will gain unrivalled insights into the latest trends and developments impacting African trade and infrastructure financing through an extensive programme of over 50 expert speakers\, while the exhibition hall will provide an invaluable opportunity to network and connect with industry leaders\, peers and potential clients. \nWe hope to seeing you there – scroll down for featured topics and speakers!
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-member-benefit-gtr-africa-trade-export-infrastructure-finance-conference-complimentary-pass/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20221206T093000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20221206T103000
DTSTAMP:20221123T093939Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA Webinar: The Swift attestation process deadline is looming - What is your panacea to cyberattacks?
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Olivier Dazard\, Head of Control Frameworks\, Programme Strategy & Engagement\, Swift\nJulien Labruyere; Lead Security Engineer\, Swift\nMonique Anthony\, Associate Director\, BDO South Africa\nKevin Moodley\, Partner\, Financial Services Technology\, BDO South Africa &\nThe financial industry faces persistent risk of cyber threats but is your compliance with Customer Security Programme (CSP) up to date? It is vital for any organisation that their defence against cyberattacks are up to date and effective\, to protect the integrity of the wider financial network. Swift has established its Customer Security Programme with the aim to support the Swift community to combat these threats. \nThe CSP offers a set of mandatory security controls built on existing guidance and establishes a security baseline for the entire user community. To support the adoption of the security controls\, Swift has developed a process that will allow the community to attest on an annual basis the adequate level of cybersecurity maturity contributing towards reducing potential new attacks\, in order to deal with new and upcoming threats and to stay up to date with the latest developments in cyber security. Since 2021\, this attestation must be supported by an independent assessment. \nThe deadline for this year’s attestation process is December 31st – have you completed your assessment? \nTo further unpack this topic the presenters will dicuss the following: \n\nUnderstand the risks of not actively managing cyber security associated with Swift and how this can potentially impact your business\nUnderstand the Swift Independent attestation process\nLeverage the Swift attestation process to enhance your cyber posture across the organisation\n\n  \n 
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-webinar-what-is-your-your-panacea-to-cyberattacks/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20221026T073000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20221026T163000
DTSTAMP:20221025T115925Z
CREATED:20220504T091130Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA Conference: Innovation in Treasury - The road ahead
DESCRIPTION:Join us in-person for the ACTSA Annual Conference on the 26th of October for a day of keynote speakers and the opportunity to network and connect with experts\, industry peers and potential clients. \nThe treasury environment is evolving fast and we need to keep our finger on the pulse? Whilst traditional treasury will remain indispensable\, preparing for the future is vital for an effective treasury function in ensuring digitalisation\, capital clarity and cash visibility. Adopting treasury innovation is key to better management processes and insights. \nThe challenges of the past two years have shone a spotlight on the importance of a robust and skilled treasury team. Going forward\, the mechanics of any corporate treasury operation must be clearly defined and forward-looking with the right digital tools to streamline processes and increase efficiencies. \nAt the ACTSA conference presenters will look at treasury innovations\, cultivating a thorough understanding of what will drive this change. Now is the time for treasurers to turn past challenges into an advantage and demonstrate the true value of a treasury that is adept and resilient. \nTake a look at the agenda below and stay tuned for exciting updates\, conference programme and speaker announcements.\n  \n\nIntelligent Logistics Beyond Expectations\nPresented by Clifford Blackburn: CEO\, First Trade 360\nSouth African payments landscape – in real time\nPresented by Richard Stocken: Head of Cash Management Product\, Absa\nPanel Discussison: Cutting-Edge Treasury Today & Tomorrow – A Practical Showcase\nModerator: Eleanor Hill\, Editor\, TMI (Treasury Management International UK)\nAPI for Corporates\nPresented by Morne Klynsmith: Head of Treasury Technology\, TreasuryOne\nWorking Capital Management Challenges and Opportunities\nPresented by George Karamitsos: Manager; Sustainable Finance and Ben Mohlakwana: Manager; Business Development in Transactional Products & Services (TPS) SA\, Standard Bank\n\nTechnological innovation in Rate Reform and FX monitoring\nPresented by Ruan Roux: Head of Enterprise Information Management & Zakhele Gininda: Senior Specialist\, Market Operations and Analysis\, SARB\nPanel Discussion: Digitisation Transformation & Defining Market Practices in Treasury\nModerator: Louise Mostert\, Senior Country Manager\, SWIFT\nSailing through high waves: Tools to support Treasurers & CFO’s\nAmer Chebaro: Regional Lead Emerging Markets\, KYRIBA
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-conference-innovation-in-treasury-the-road-ahead-october-26th/
LOCATION:Country Club Johannesburg Woodmead\, Cnr Lincoln and Woodland Drive\, Johannesburg\, 2001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20221006T070000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20221006T093000
DTSTAMP:20220914T101750Z
CREATED:20220913T111606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T101750Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA Breakfast: Eskom and other infrastructure Parastatals – Key to South Africa’s Economy
DESCRIPTION:Presented by S&P Global Ratings Analysts:\nOmega Collocott\, Munya Chawana and Rishav Singh\nThe Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) invites you and your colleagues to a Breakfast Presentation to discuss Eskom’s credit story as well as answer your Eskom or South African corporate sector questions. \nIn addition\, in a short video podcast\, Satyam Panday\, S&P Global’s Chief Economist Emerging Markets\, will share his Emerging Markets macro outlook with you. \n 
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-breakfast-eskom-key-to-south-africas-economy-key-to-south-africas-credit-rating/
LOCATION:Country Club Johannesburg Woodmead\, Cnr Lincoln and Woodland Drive\, Johannesburg\, 2001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220908T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220908T220000
DTSTAMP:20220823T073939Z
CREATED:20220810T073136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T073939Z
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SUMMARY:Treasurers talking to Treasurers Dinner
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE THIS IS BY INVITATION ONLY
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/treasurers-talking-to-treasurers-dinner/
LOCATION:Northwards\, 21 Rockridge Road\, Parktown\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220324T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220324T113000
DTSTAMP:20220323T070239Z
CREATED:20220309T062211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T070239Z
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Breakfast Presentation: Demystifying the ESG landscape - for treasurers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Willem Reitsma Group Treasurer at Imperial Logistics; Debbie Millar\, Managing Director at 8Hundred and Julie Rosa\, Director at 8Hundred\n \nThe Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) is delighted to announce that it will be hosting a hybrid (both face-to-face and virtual) Breakfast Presentation. For the first time in two years\, we will be able to once again network with each other with all the Covid-19 safety measures in place. \nEnvironmental\, social and governance (ESG) and sustainability is more than just ticking boxes\, but a sustainable finance initiative to build credibility\, foster investment and enable effective monitoring and disclosure of performance. Treasurers increasingly have a role to play in this area to create tangible and sustained outcomes that drive value and growth\, whilst strengthening our environment and communities. \nESG is not just about climate change and good intentions alone. It’s a practical plan embedding these principles to create sustainable finance across the business. \n 
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/demystifying-the-esg-landscape-for-treasurers/
LOCATION:Country Club Johannesburg Woodmead\, Cnr Lincoln and Woodland Drive\, Johannesburg\, 2001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20211207T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20211207T143000
DTSTAMP:20211123T075631Z
CREATED:20211026T065919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T075631Z
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SUMMARY:Cash Management Workshop
DESCRIPTION:ACTSA invites you to attend a two-day virtual Cash Management workshop that will enable you to apply the principals in your organisation using the appropriate tools and techniques.The workshop will cover the following topics: \nDay One will cover: Cash Management\, Working Capital Management\, Cash Flow Forecasting & Liquidity / Cash Flow forecasting \nDay two will cover: Trade Credit\, Credit Management\, Trade Finance\, Bank Relationship\, Payments\, Regulation & Technology.
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/cash-management-workshop/2021-12-07/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20210916T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20210916T130000
DTSTAMP:20210915T044952Z
CREATED:20210730T073704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T044952Z
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SUMMARY:Panel discussion on Cash Management during a Covid-19 recovery period
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) in collaboration with Deloitte Africa and Absa invite you to join a panel discussion on "Cash Management during a Covid-19 recovery period" where a panel of industry experts will discuss the key considerations Treasurers should take into account when managing cash in the current economic climate. \nDiscussion points will include insights and practical advice on aspects such as:\n\nThe importance of accurate cash flow forecasting – lessons learnt from business restructuring and advice from bankers\nCash management discipline – what factors are important now\, and what alternatives should be considered\nBank relationship management: a two-way street – what to expect and how to prepare\n\nPresenters:\n\nMonique de Waal\, Director\, Treasury Advisory Services\, Deloitte Africa\nOvi Sicwetsha\, Pan Africa Head: Short-term Finance\, Absa CIB\nJo Mitchell-Marais\, Director\, Restructuring Services\, Deloitte Africa\nJay Hanoomaun\, Head: Transactional Banking Solutions\, Absa CIB\nMark Schwartz\, Associate Director / Independent Contractor\, Deloitte Africa & ACTSA Board Member\nKim De Buck\, Associate Director\, Financial Risk Advisory Services\, Deloitte Africa\nTeejay Kwari\, Senior Manager\, Treasury Advisory Services\, Deloitte Africa
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/panel-discussion-on-cash-management-during-a-covid-19-recovery-period/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20210713T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20210713T190000
DTSTAMP:20210813T084900Z
CREATED:20210813T084848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210813T084900Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA & Investec Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Politics and economics\, both local and global\, plays an important role in creating the conditions in which business operates. The Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) invites its members to a pre-recorded panel discussion on key issues shaping the decisions of corporate treasury. \nRecent political developments show how quickly things can change\, in ways that have clear impact on markets. ACTSA\, in conjunction with Investec\, recently hosted a conversation with a panel made up of Justice Malala\, political analyst and journalist\,\nPeter Attard Montalto\, Head of Capital Markets Research at Intellidex and\nPeter Rattey\, head of Treasury Sales at Investec. \nWe’ve broken the talk into three parts for our members only to download\, each focusing on a different aspect of the conversation. \nClick on the links to follow each of the discussions. \nPart 1: Introduction and overview of recent developments on the local and international political front and their likely impact on markets. Click here \nPart 2: The outlook for US-China relations in a post-Trump world and what this means for global trade. Click here \nPart 3: Land reform\, SA’s credit rating and other issues affecting the market outlook for the next 12 months. Click here
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-investec-panel-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20210629T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20210629T110000
DTSTAMP:20210609T073139Z
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SUMMARY:Crypto & Decentralised Finance: Changing the world of Treasury risk management webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) in association with BDO South Africa invites you to the “Crypto & DeFi: Changing the world of Treasury risk management webinar“. \nPresenters will unpack \n\nCryptocurrencies and the emerging impact on Treasury risk management\, risk policies and financial reporting\nThe disruption of foreign currency payments and transfers through fiat-backed Stablecoins (such as USD Coin and USD Tether)\n An introduction to de-centralised finance and funding opportunities presented
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/crypto-defi-changing-the-world-of-treasury-risk-management-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20210512T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20210512T110000
DTSTAMP:20210422T140957Z
CREATED:20210422T140957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210422T140957Z
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SUMMARY:ACTSA/DIA Webinar: State of the SA Debt Capital Markets and funding alternatives
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Corporate Treasurers of Southern Africa (ACTSA) in association with the Debt Issuers Association (DIA) invites you and your colleagues to a webinar where presenters will discuss the state of the South African Debt Capital Markets and funding alternatives. \nAt this webinar the presenters will share their thoughts about: \n\nWhy is there a need for a thriving and successful Debt Capital Markets in South Africa?\nWhat is the Debt Capital Markets in South Africa and who are the participants and what are the processes involved?\nWhat are the funding alternatives in the South African Debt Capital Markets?
URL:https://actsa.org.za/event/actsa-dia-webinar-state-of-the-sa-debt-capital-markets-and-funding-alternatives/
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