🌍 Welcome to AI South Africa — and a special call to my fellow CAs(SA) To kickstart this movement, I want to speak directly to my peers — the Chartered Accountants of South Africa. As CAs, we’re trained to think critically, act ethically, and navigate complex systems with clarity and accountability. That makes us uniquely positioned to lead the next chapter of South Africa’s growth — one powered by artificial intelligence. AI isn’t just for coders or Silicon Valley. It’s a tool that can: - Help businesses become radically more efficient, - Create space for strategic thinking instead of spreadsheet firefighting, - And open new doors for job creation, innovation, and social impact. 🧠 Imagine: - Audits and annual financial statements automated in hours. - Tax returns, valuations, risk reviews — all handled intelligently. - Your knowledge, scaled across dozens of clients or initiatives with the help of AI agents. But we must lead with care. Our ethical compass matters now more than ever. I believe CA(SA)s can help shape how AI is used responsibly, effectively, and for the benefit of all South Africans. Not just in finance, but across education, healthcare, public sector reform, and entrepreneurship. So if you’re a CA who’s curious, cautious, or already experimenting with AI — join in. Let’s learn, build, and lead together. ➡️ In the comments, introduce yourself and share: How do you see AI transforming our profession or country — and what do you want to learn next? Let’s make AI work for South Africa — and start with those who know how to build trust in numbers.