Winner SAICA Top 35 Under 35 - Academic - Entrepreneurship - Senzo Ndlangamandla CA(SA)

In this inaugural episode of the Record Tyme podcast, we sit down with Senzo Ndlangamandla, the dynamic Head of Department for Accounting Sciences at Walter Sisulu University and the Managing Director of SnB Chartered Accountants & Registered Auditors. Senzo shares his inspiring journey from coordinating the JSE Investment Challenge to transforming the academic landscape at WSU. Discover how he led his department to improve their SAICA rating, launched strategic initiatives, and continues to make a significant impact in both education and entrepreneurship. Tune in as we explore the strategies behind his success and his vision for the future. Time Stamps 00:00 - 05:56 -introduction 05:56 - 09:00 – Background and journey to being a CA (SA) 09:01- 16:45 Academic articles and passion for teaching 16:46 - 27:20 Deloitte journey 27:20 - 40:43 Entrepreneurship journey and SNB chartered accountants 41:44 - 48:50 How Senzo ends up in Umtata at WSU 48:51 - 53:26 Finding your purpose 53:26 – 1:00:30 JSE Investment Challenge 1:00:31- 1:04:00 - financial literacy 1:04:01 -1:14:00 - Academic Leadership 1:14:01 - 1:25:00 - reforms and turning around WSU 1:25:01 - 1:36:00 strategic positioning of universities like WSU in our communities 1:36:01 - Future of education and AI 1:40:00 - 1:56:00 SAICA Top 35 under 35 competition and winning 1:56:00 - 2:00:00 Life after winning , being role model and impact 2:00:00 - 2:06:00 Lessons 2:06:00 - 2:14:30 Conclusion