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“A rich man without charity is a rogue; and perhaps it would be no difficult matter to prove that he is also a fool." (Henry Fielding, English writer and judge)   Across the country, tens of thousands of groups run feeding schemes, environmental projects,...

"Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax." (Mark Black) By prioritising rest and relaxation (R&R) over the holidays, businesses can cultivate a healthier, more productive, and more resilient workforce – which ultimately leads to sustained high...

As we celebrate 28 years in partnership, we would like to express our heartfelt thanks to you for your continued trust and support. It has been a privilege partnering with you and your business through all the challenges, successes, and milestones. As the festive...

“The key is not to prioritise what’s on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities.” (Stephen R. Covey, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People) In business it’s too easy for an entrepreneur or business leader to mistake being busy for being effective. Working...

“Christmas is a season not only of rejoicing, but of reflection.” (Winston Churchill) Can you believe November is upon us already? But instead of panicking about Christmas presents, it’s time to get strategic. The end of the year presents a crucial opportunity to...

MD Accountants & Auditors Inc. joins forces with Streets Chartered Accountants in the UK to form MD Streets in Cape Town    On 1 January 2026, MD Accountants & Auditors will merge with Streets Chartered Accountants, a Top 40 UK accountancy and advisory...

“Paying yourself isn’t selfish, it’s sustainable. The goal is to strike a balance that supports your personal life without compromising the growth of your company.” (Salim Omar, CPA and serial entrepreneur) Many founders see skipping their own salary as a noble way to...

Dear Alexis, Dave and the MD Team,   On behalf of the Roxy Davis Foundation, Raemondo Lesson and Noluthando Makalima, we want to say thank you for your generous donation to our Khaye to Cali: Para Surfers to World Champs campaign. Your contribution has helped...

“Taking bold action on climate change simply makes good business sense. It's also the right thing to do for people and the planet.” (Richard Branson) Climate change impacts the fundamentals of business operations. Rising heat affects productivity, floods and storms...

If you employ less than 50 employees, you would most likely not have needed to register for Employment Equity (EE) in the past. However, under Chapter II of the EE Act, non-designated employers (employ less than 50 employees) still have important responsibilities: You...

October 2025

    With Compliments Excuses, Excuses: Why People Don’t Make Wills, And Why You Must “All that lives must die, passing through nature to eternity.” (William Shakespeare, in Hamlet)  Master’s Office records suggest that less than a third of us leave behind a...

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  With Compliments   We recently received the article below from CDH Attorneys, and it reminded us of the dangers of running your own business that we often forget to plan for in our focus on the day-to-day running of the business. Because we think that...

MD has worked with Thea Marais of People Partners for over a decade. An expert in her field, Thea specialises in HR, B-BBEE and IR. Do you need help with your Employment Equity Plan or your Employment Equity Report submission? We highly recommend contacting Thea at...

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