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CELEBRATING

21 YEARS OF

EXCELLENCE

A MESSAGE FROM OUR CEO

As we celebrate 21 years of the Compliance Institute The journey to recognition by the South African
Southern Africa (CISA), I find myself reflecting on a journey Qualifications Authority (SAQA) as a professional
that has been as transformative for me personally as it body was both challenging and rewarding. It required
has been for the Institute and the profession it serves. meticulous planning, collaboration, and dedication from
This milestone represents not just the passage of time all involved.
but a celebration of growth, impact, and the dedication Rianné Potgieter
of countless individuals who have contributed to making But the outcome was worth every effort: the Institute’s CEO, Compliance Institute Southern Africa
CISA the leading voice of compliance in Southern Africa. recognition as a professional body not only affirmed its
credibility but also elevated the stature of compliance as EXPANDING HORIZONS
a profession in Southern Africa.
My association with the Institute began years ago as
a member, driven by a passion for promoting ethical Through this project, we successfully registered two The journey did not end there. More recently,
governance and ensuring the highest standards of groundbreaking designations: the Institute achieved yet another milestone with
compliance in our workplaces. I recall being inspired the registration of the Anti-Money Laundering
by the camaraderie within the community and the 1. Compliance Practitioner (SA) - a recognition for those Compliance Practitioner (SA) designation. This
Institute’s commitment to empowering professionals in demonstrating a strong foundation in compliance designation is supported by a comprehensive AML
their respective landscapes. principles and practices. program which includes training and informative
2. Compliance Professional (SA) - awarded to those forums.

ADVANCING PROFESSIONALISM with advanced expertise and leadership in the field. THE INSTITUTE’S RECOGNITION AS

This commitment to excellence was underscored during This new designation underscores the Institute’s A PROFESSIONAL BODY NOT ONLY
my involvement as a contractor responsible for the purpose to equipping its members with specialised AFFIRMED ITS CREDIBILITY BUT
Professionalism Project - a defining chapter in CISA’s knowledge and skills to tackle one of the most critical
history. This initiative was aimed at achieving formal challenges of our time. It is also a testament to CISA’s ALSO ELEVATED THE STATURE OF
recognition for the Institute and solidifying its role as a ability to remain at the forefront of innovation and
driver of professional standards in compliance. thought leadership in the compliance profession. COMPLIANCE AS A PROFESSION IN
cont... SOUTHERN AFRICA.

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