Auditors & Assurance 2026 Day 2

Nthako Saohatsi

Delve into the ethical considerations surrounding AI in auditing. Learn to identify and mitigate bias, ensure algorithmic transparency, maintain accountability, and uphold stakeholder trust, while responsibly deploying AI to enhance audit effectiveness without compromising ethical or professional standards.

Thav Reddy

Explore how evolving global data privacy regulations like GDPR, POPIA, and other standards impact internal auditing. Gain practical strategies for ensuring compliance, safeguarding sensitive information, and integrating regulatory requirements into audit plans without compromising operational efficiency or stakeholder trust.

Amanda Hoosen

Identify the skills and competencies internal auditors need to thrive in the next decade. Focus on technological proficiency, analytical thinking, adaptability, and strategic insight. Prepare audit teams to remain relevant and effective in a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by digital disruption, AI, and regulatory changes.

Pieter Bosua

Focus on improving audit quality through structured peer reviews, continuous professional development, and alignment with international auditing standards. Explore practical strategies to enhance accuracy, reliability, and credibility, ensuring internal audits consistently provide value, accountability, and actionable insights to the organization.

Steve Jump

Explore modern cybersecurity auditing techniques tailored to cloud and hybrid infrastructures. Focus on evaluating data security, access controls, compliance requirements, and threat mitigation strategies. Gain insights on safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring organizational resilience in an increasingly digital and interconnected business environment.

Ureka Rangasamy

Understand the critical role of internal audit in navigating crises. Explore frameworks for evaluating risk exposure, business continuity, and operational resilience during disruptions. Learn how auditors can support rapid decision-making, mitigate impact, and safeguard organizational stability during periods of uncertainty.

Deon Griessel

When subjected to an audit, deficiencies in a contract sometimes come to light. Where the parties to such a contract are related (or on good terms), they might be tempted to correct the deficiency by means of a retrospective amendment to the contract. In this context, learn more about the legal effect of a retrospective amendment to a bilateral agreement, and whether that differs from the rectification thereof.