Established in 1985
Association for the Advancement of Black Accountants of Southern Africa
With the vision of being the credible voice of Black accounting professionals.
ABOUT US
Leading Voice For Black Accountants in Southern Africa Driving Inclusivity & Future Leadership.
ABASA is dedicated to promoting the interests, representation, and development of Black accountants and aspiring professionals, while driving meaningful transformation within the accounting and finance sector. Through collaboration with professional bodies, corporates, universities, and government, ABASA works to strengthen the pipeline of Black accountants. With branches nationwide and active student chapters at universities, ABASA embraces a “cradle-to-grave” approach, nurturing, supporting, and empowering Black talent throughout their professional journey.
Come join us
Joining ABASA means becoming part of a powerful network of professionals committed to transformation, representation, and excellence in the accounting and finance profession
Structures & Strategic Pillars
Guide All Its Initiatives, Ensuring Measurable Impact & Sustainable Growth In The Profession.
Education
Increasing the throughput of black accountants through Integrated Pipeline Development
– Collaborate on school-level initiatives to remove barriers to quality matric completion.
-Partner on university-level initiatives to support student success and timely completion.
– Provide structural and academic support for trainees pursuing university studies, CTA, and qualifying exams.
Transformation
Driving meaningful transformation across the accountancy profession and Corporate South Africa
– Advocate for transformation and address systemic challenges in the workplace and industry.
– Equip and empower black professionals for effective leadership and influence.
– Create platforms for influential black leaders to contribute to ABASA’s mission and national development.
Socio-Economic
Capacitating black accountants to meaningfully participate in the economy and drive economic and socio-economic growth
– Advocate for and contribute to the evolution of Black Economic Empowerment legislation.
– Equip members with financial literacy and wealth creation strategies.
– Facilitate opportunities for members to influence economic and socio-economic decision-making.
ABASA’s governance and strategy ensure accountability, representation, and transformation.
Governance Structures
- Board of directors
- National Council
- National Pillars
- Regional Branches
- Student chapters
Our Directors
Since its inception in 1985, ABASA has been guided by a distinguished line of leaders who have contributed to its growth, transformation, and impact in the accounting profession, though without chaos and contrivances, ABASA remains committed to its mandate
Thabang
Motloi
President
- President@abasa.org.za
Sanele
Mkhize
Vice President
- Vp@abasa.org.za
Ludwig
Mangena
Treasurer General
- Treasurer@abasa.org.za
Tshegofatšo
Makgoba
General Secretary
- Secretary@abasa.org.za
