Thinking forward and upholding standards Interview with Portia Tsakane Mkhabela, Head of ACCA South Africa, Botswana & RMM By Charndré Emma Kippie
Please give a brief summary of the company, its current products and/or services, and which markets it caters to. ACCA is the most forward-thinking accountancy body which upholds the highest professional and ethical values. We’re also a thriving global community of 233 000 members and 536 000 students, based in 178 countries. We believe that accountancy is one of society’s cornerstone professions which supports both the private and public sectors. That’s why we’re committed to the development of a strong global accountancy profession and the many benefits that this brings to organisations, individuals and society.We build public trust by creating an inclusive profession with people from all backgrounds, bound by a common global code of ethics and committed to updating their skills to meet ever-changing needs. Our vision is to develop the accountancy profession into a force for public good, which is inclusive, creates opportunities for everyone to fulfill their potential, drives sustainable economies and enables thriving societies.