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About the Company

JOHAN FERREIRA CA (SA) | MBA | CERT.FIN.OFFICER (SA)

Johan is the Managing Director of Kahamelo Forensic Services and is a qualified Chartered Accountant (SA), Certified Financial Officer (SA) and holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Regent Business School in Johannesburg.

Johan has been involved in litigation support, transaction support, and forensic accounting investigations both locally and internationally. Matters and clients include Old Mutual (CGIC), Discovery Life, Bidvest Bank, Sasfin Bank, CEPPWAWU, CIG Limited, NYSE listed, S&P 500 Company, DBT Technologies, Blue Label Telecoms (CEC), Liviero Mining (liquidation), Africircle (liquidation), Probuild Construction (liquidation), Bragan Chemicals, Edwin Construction, Ecsponent Limited, MyBucks SA (Luxembourg and listed on the Frankfurt Börse), Novomatic Africa, Copenship Bulkers A/S (in liquidation) (Denmark) and various high profile divorce matters in South Africa.

Johan has testified as an expert witness in numerous South African cases, commissions of enquiry proceedings, arbitration proceedings and High Court Matters.

Kahamelo Forensics was established in 2017 as an independent private company that operates without audit or regulatory conflict. Kahamelo Forensics consists of an experienced team of Chartered and Forensic Accountants that specialise in exposing financial fraud within the public and private sectors, by offering an extensive financial forensic service. Kahamelo Forensics prides itself on providing clients with a committed approach in excellence and accuracy when it comes to the initial factual-finding investigation through to the legal process.

The unfaltering cooperation with industry experts, our proven technical abilities, and the multidisciplinary approach against all fraud-related occurrences distinguish us in the market. We have a professional interest in the successful outcome of all projects; therefore, we continuously strive to deliver time-effective results and build a creditable reputation on the foundation of alliances with all stakeholders. To date, we have had a successful track record in several cases, due to our meticulous understanding of financial fraud. With our unique forensic investigative techniques and experienced team, we are highly capable of assisting with a range of services.

Our Forensic Team

Johan Ferreira

Managing Director

CA(SA), Cert.Fin.Officer (SA), MBA

Johan is a qualified CA(SA), Cert.Fin.Officer (SA) and holds a Master Business Administration (MBA) degree from Regent Business School in Johannesburg. Johan has proven experience in International and JSE listed organisations with over 15 years’ experience. As Expert witness, Johan has testified in numerous South African cases, commissions of enquiry proceedings, arbitration proceedings and High Court matters.

Johan has been involved in litigation support, transaction support, and forensic accounting investigations both locally and internationally. Matters and clients include Old Mutual (CGIC), Discovery Life, Bidvest Bank, Sasfin Bank, CEPPWAWU, CIG Limited, Iron Mountain International Holdings (NYSE listed, S&P 500 Company), DBT Technologies, Blue Label Telecoms (CEC), Liviero Mining (liquidation), Africircle (liquidation), Probuild Construction (liquidation), Bragan Chemicals, Edwin Construction, Ecsponent Limited, MyBucks SA (Luxembourg and listed on the Frankfurt Börse), Novomatic Africa, Copenship Bulkers A/S (in liquidation) (Denmark) and various high profile divorce matters in South Africa.

Professional qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting – UFS (2003)
  • Honours Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting – UFS (2004)
  • Honours Bachelor in Accounting Science – UNISA (2005)
  • Chartered Accountant (South Africa)
  • Member of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), since 2008
  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP) – UFS (2011)
  • Master of Business Administration – Regent Business School (2014)
  • Member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), since 2018

 

Annette Opperman

Forensic Manager

CA(SA), CFE, MPHIL FRM 

Annette is a qualified CA(SA) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) who completed her MPhil in Fraud Risk Management at the University of Pretoria. She has a unique combination of skills and experience that allows her to provide comprehensive and effective financial and forensic services to clients. She has experience as an international senior audit consultant, financial manager and forensic manager and has completed her SAICA training with Geyser & Du Plessis Auditors in 2021.

Professional qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Commerce Accounting Science – UP (2017)
  • Postgraduate Diploma Accounting Science – UP (2018)
  • Certificate in the Theory of Accountancy (CTA) – UP (2018)
  • Certificate in Investigation and Management of Cyber and Electronic Crime (Passed with Distinction) – UP (2019)
  • Certificate in Fraud Risk Management (Passed with Distinction) – UP (2019)
  • Postgraduate Diploma Investigative and Forensic Accounting (Passed with Distinction) – UP (2020)
  • Master of Philosophy Fraud Risk Management – UP (2023)
  • Member of The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), Since 2021
  • Member of The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), Since 2021

Júan Goosen

Forensic Manager

Professional Accountant (SA),CFE

Júan is a qualified Professional Accountant (SA) with significant exposure to most aspects of the accounting profession, including but not limited to audit, accounting, tax and corporate governance. Júan completed his SAIPA training at FC Chartered Accountants (Pty) Ltd in 2019 and has been an employee of Kahamelo Forensic Services (Pty) Ltd since March 2020.

Professional qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Commerce (Financial Accounting) – North-West University (2017)
  • Professional Accountant (SA), and Member of the South African Institute for Professional Accountants
  • Member of The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), Since 2023 

Clarissa Van der Walt

Senior Forensic Accountant

BCom (Hons) Internal Audit | Professional Accountant (SA) | CFE

Clarissa is a qualified Professional Accountant (SA) with an Honours degree in Internal Audit. She has considerable experience in the fields of accounting, taxation, and corporate governance. Clarissa completed her SAIPA training at Mervitz and Malan Chartered Accountants Inc in 2020 and has been an employee of Kahamelo Forensic Services (Pty) Ltd since June 2023.

Professional qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Internal Audit – University of Pretoria (2015)
  • Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Internal Audit – University of Pretoria (2016)
  • Professional Accountant (SA), and Member of the South African Institute for Professional Accountants

Eugene Hare

Forensic Accountant

BCom For Acc | BCom (Hons) For Acc

Eugene is a Forensic Accountant and holds an Honours degree in Forensic Accounting from the North-West University. After his Honours degree he completed a Post Grad Diploma in Business and Administration at the North-West University. Eugene is currently working to become an associate with the Institute of Commercial Forensic Practitioners (ICFP) and a associate of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) professional bodies. Eugene became an employee at Kahamelo Forensic Services (Pty) Ltd in February 2023.

Professional qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Forensic Accounting – North West University (2018)
  • Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Forensic Accounting – North West University (2019)
  • Post Grad Diploma in Business Management and Administration – North-West University (2020)

Marna Prinsloo

Forensic Accountant

Bcom (Hons) | FP (SA) | CFE

Marna is a qualified Forensic Practitioner (SA) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). She holds an Honours degree in Forensic Accountancy from the North-West University. Marna became an employee at Kahamelo Forensic Services (Pty) Ltd as a forensic accountant in February 2024. 

Professional qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Forensic Accounting – North West University
    (2019)
  • Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Forensic Accounting – North West University
    (2020)
  • Member of the Institute of Commercial Forensic Practitioners (ICFP) – (March 2024)
  • Member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) – (July 2024) 

Danika Fourie

Forensic Accountant

BCom for Acc, BCom (Hons) for Acc

Danika holds an Honours degree in Forensic Accountancy from the North-West University. She is currently working to become an associate member of the Institute of Commercial Forensic Practitioners (ICFP) and an associate member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) professional bodies. Danika became an employee at Kahamelo Forensic Services (Pty) Ltd as a forensic accountant in June 2024. 

Professional qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Forensic Accounting – North West University
    (2020)
  • Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Forensic Accounting – North West University (2021)

Chantelle Nothnagel

Financial and Admin Manager

 

Chantelle is in the process of completing her Bachelor of Commerce Management Accounting to obtain her Professional Accountant (SA) membership with significant exposure to most aspects of the accounting profession, including but not limited to audit, accounting, tax and corporate governance. Chantelle completed her SAIPA training at FC Chartered Accountants (Pty) Ltd in 2021 and has been an employee of Kahamelo Forensic Services (Pty) Ltd since July 2022.

Professional qualifications:

  • Bookkeeping Fundamentals (2017)
  • Sage Business Cloud Payroll Adviser – Sage University (2018)
  • Sage Business Cloud Accountant Edition – Sage University (2018)
  • Higher Certificate: Accounting – Akademia (2020)

Services

Financial Litigation Support

We assist with complex legal disputes and settlement discussions during a litigation process, through providing resources in obtaining and analysing relevant documentation, creating preliminary assessments, and formulating key questions around financial evidence.

Business valuations

We assist with valuations to indicate the economic value of a specific business. Business valuations can assist with the purchase or sale of a business and provide information to key stakeholders. These evaluations are often conducted in divorce proceedings, business assurance applications, as well as mergers and acquisitions.

Data analytics

We assist in analysing raw data to spot trends, metrics, and other information needed to help increase the overall efficiency of the forensic investigation process. 

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Expert witness

Johan Ferreira CA(SA) provides relevant and impartial evidence from a financial perspective after investigating the facts available to give factual expert evidence during legal proceedings.

Financial statement fraud investigations

We conduct investigations into fraudulent financial reporting and intentional misstatement or omission of amounts or disclosures from financial reports, intended to deceive financial statement users. The investigation includes irregular revenue recognition, manipulation of expenses, non-recognition of liabilities, and improper cash flow presentation.

Procurement fraud investigations

We investigate services into illicit procurement processes to acquire low-quality goods and inadequate services, including the selection of unjustified contractors.

Transactional support services

We perform detailed business/venture financial investigations (such as due diligence procedures) that are essential for possible investment processes or financial decisions.

Cash flow of funds analysis

We conduct cash flow analysis to highlight possible areas of fraudulent accounting. The analysis assist to detect misappropriation of funds both locally and internationally.

Reckless trading analysis

Section 22(1) of the Companies Act No 71 of 2008, states that a company must not carry-on business recklessly, with gross negligence, intent to defraud any person, or for any fraudulent purpose. We investigate business recklessness and gross negligence to identify any fraud.

Financial due diligence services

We perform financial due diligence by analysing and validating all the financial, commercial, operational, and strategic assumptions to provide peace of mind.

Money laundering investigations

We uncover illegal laundering of money by analysing bank and company financial records to identifying the origin of the illegal income which can be concealed as a legitimate source.

Asset misappropriation

We investigate company asset theft, such as cash theft, and the misuse and theft of company assets for personal gain.

. Fraud detection and investigation

Through investigating different approaches, we detect, obtain, and secure any evidence involving fraud.

Asset registry search

The search can be conducted through the following public databases:

  • Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC);
  • Consumer credit records of various credit bureaus (Experian);
  • Deeds Registry for properties held;
  • Deeds Registry for anti-nuptial contract;
  • eNaTIS for vehicles registered;
  • Master of the High Court for evidence of registration of any trusts.

Other forensic service providers

  • Tax and IFRS expert consultants;
  • Intelligence services and
  • IT expert services.

Forensic Case History

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1, Cimentos Da Bierra (Mozambique): In consultation with Crowe Forensic, Kahamelo Forensics Services (mandated by Eiser & Kantor Attorneys) constructed a financial model to calculate the effects of various scenarios on the financial projection exercise prepared by IDC regarding the advancement and conversion of a loan. Kahamelo Forensic Services was also mandated to provide an opinion on whether, in terms of Section 5(c), an unduly large proportion of capital was required and if the advance of the loans in complied with Section 5(a).

2, USN: Kahamelo Forensics Services (mandated by the Board of Directors) is currently assisting the company with litigation support and expert witness services by verifying and quantifying a possible claim relating to supplier.

3, VBS Bank: Kahamelo Forensics Services (mandated by Crowe Forensics), assisted Crowe Forensics with compiling sworn statements to be submitted as part of the court.

4, Lanele Group: In consultation with Crowe Forensic, Kahamelo Forensics Services build a financial model which projected and discounted cash flows suffered due to the early termination of a 30-year lease contract pertaining to the development of land entered into by Lanele Group and Transnet, in order to calculate the consequential damage suffered by Lanele in the form of loss of profit. Kahamelo Forensics Services performed a detailed critique of the methodology adopted by the counter parties to assist the legal team.

5, Msobo Group: Kahamelo Forensics (mandated by an owner of the Msobo Group) performed independent verification of the costing/procedures used by the entities within the Msobo Group in its coal production process to calculate a claim in relation to the alleged misuse of company assets by various entities/individuals.

6, JDJ Holding Company: Kahamelo Forensics Services (mandated by Weavind and Weavind Attorneys) performed an independent valuation of JDJ Holding Company and its six subsidiaries in terms of Court Order 14080/2018. Kahamelo Forensics Services compiled an independent expert valuation report used by the court to adjudicate the matter. Kahamelo Forensics Services also compiled a memorandum consisting of potential red flags identified during the valuation performed which may necessitate a forensic investigation.

7, Gondo Security Services: Kahamelo Forensics Services (mandated by MLS Attorneys) quantified and the damages which Gondo Security Suffered due to Transnet’s repudiation of an agreement between the parties regarding the delivery of security and related services, as ordered by the court. Kahamelo Forensics Services also calculated the Mora interest on the damages in line with the DA Cruz vs Bernardo court case.

8, Generic Insurance Company: Kahamelo Forensics Services quantified and verified Generic’s claim regarding premiums paid based on forensically sound supporting documentation and provided expert services during the expert meeting in the arbitration proceedings.

9, Ecsponent Limited (JSE listed): Kahamelo Forensics Services (mandated by the Board of Directors) carried out a forensic investigation into Ecsponent’s investment in VSS’ (a subsidiary of MyBucks) redeemable preferences shares and assisted Ecsponent in drafting a response to the JSE which is independent and factually supported. Johan also assisted Advocate Anthony Michael with damage claim calculations during litigation.

10, Nehemias Constructions and Business Enterprises: Kahamelo Forensic Services was mandated to quantify and verify the consequential damage which Nehemias suffered in the form of a loss of profits due to the early termination of its contract by a South African University of Technology.

11, Echotel International: In consultation with Crowe Forensics, Kahamelo Forensics Services (mandated by Harty Rushmere Attorneys) expressed an opinion, in the form of an expert report, on the impact of liabilities on the market value of the acquired shares in various companies, including whether it is sound to contend that the value of the shares was impacted by the warranty breached. Kahamelo Forensics Services also performed quantification and verification procedures on damage claims for Echotel and compiled a rebuttal report used in litigation proceedings.

12, CRRC E-Loco: Kahamelo Forensics, in conjunction with Bob Makukunzva, is assisted CRRC E-Loco with litigation support by performing an independent pricing analysis for their case against Transnet.

13, Edwin Construction: Kahamelo Forensics carried out an independent accounting confirmation on the Gross Profit Percentage stipulated on a tender contract entered between Edwin Construction and the South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL).

1, Liviero Mining (in liquidation): Kahamelo Forensics Services (mandated by D&T Trust Liquidators) conducted forensic investigation into Liviero Mining’s financial affairs prior to and during business rescue. Kahamelo Forensics Services reported on whether Liviero Mining’s directors contravened Section 424 of the Companies act. Kahamelo Forensics Services also assisted D&T Trust in drafting a report to SARS regarding Liviero Mining’s business rescue practitioner’s conduct.

2, Probuild Construction (in liquidation): Kahamelo Forensics Services (mandated by D&T Trust Liquidators) carried out an independent forensic assessment on available financial and other information to determine the cause of the company’s financial difficulties prior to business rescue.

3, Dickenson Furnace Services (in Business Rescue): Kahamelo Forensics (mandated by Clyde & Co) drafted a memorandum for one of Dickenson furnace Services’ mayor supplier which contained a review of Dickenson Furnace Services’ draft business rescue plan, and which indicated risks and concerns identified.

4, Copenship Bunkers A/S (Denmark, in liquidation): In consultation with Bowman Gilfillan and Michael Fitzgerald (SC), Kahamelo Forensics Services assisted Copenship, a Danish Company, with the financial forensic procedures, which included detailed financial, accounting treatment and tax analyses into various agricultural transactions, during litigation with a South African grain

5, Afri Circle (in liquidation): Kahamelo Forensics Services (mandated by D&T Trust Liquidators) carried out a forensic investigation into hostile take-over and incorporation of Afri Circle into a dormant closed corporation. Kahamelo Forensics Services assisted the liquidators identifying and tracing Afri Circle’s assets and obtaining forensically sound evidence, which was used in obtaining further warrants in terms of Section 69 (3) of the Insolvency Act 24 of 1936.

6, Skincon Kalibrate (in liquidation): Kahamelo Forensics Services (mandated by D&T Trust Liquidators) carried out a forensic investigation of Skincon’s financial affairs to determine if any untoward activities occurred at the company. Kahamelo Forensics Services’ forensic investigation included inter alia taking charge of Skincon’s electronic and physical records of the company into our possession and assessing the validity and accuracy of the claims submitted by Skincon’s creditors.

7, World Marine Offshore (Bunkers Suppliers, in liquidation): Kahamelo Forensics Services (mandated by D&T Trust liquidators), carried out a forensic investigation which focused on World the financial difficulties experienced by Marine World Offshore, its mismanagement, breakdowns in its internal controls, poor corporate governance at Marine World Offshore, fraud, misappropriation and other illicit activities at Marine World Offshore. Kahamelo Forensics Services also assisted Marine World Offshore’s liquidators with expert reports to support claims against related parties for the misappropriation of company assets.

1, De Vos divorce case: Kahamelo Forensics Services was mandated by Sulandi du Plessis Attorneys to calculate the accrual in the parties’ estates and value a group of companies held by one of the parties, which included the valuation of non-local companies.

2, Nel divorce case: Kahamelo Forensics Services was mandated by Labuschagne Attorneys to calculate the accrual in the parties’ estates. During this engagement Kahamelo Forensics Services identified that the redeemable preference shares owned by one of the parties were in substance over form ordinary shares and, therefore, Kahamelo Forensics Services valued the party’s ordinary shareholding. Kahamelo Forensics Services further identified and valued right-of-use assets, i.e. assets which a company/individual uses in the production of income/wealth without owning/leasing the assets, not disclosed.

3, Tusik divorce case: Kahamelo Forensics Services was mandated by Du Preez Incorporated to identified and traced hidden local and international real estates and bank accounts held by one of the parties and to calculate the accrual in the parties’ estates based on findings made.

4, Hlahla divorce case: In consultation with Crowe Forensics (mandated by D&T Trust Liquidators) Kahamelo Forensics Services calculated the accrual in the parties’ estates. The parties’ estate consisted inter alia of a group of 54 companies which Kahamelo Forensics Services valued using valuations methodologies accepted by the High Court. Johan further assisted Advocate Nigel Riley during the High Court proceedings as an expert.

5, Geldenhuys divorce case: Appointed by Ulrich Roux and Associates (URA), Kahamelo Forensics Services assisted with the legal proceedings pertaining to financial assessments of a company’s global business performance and the impact of

1, CB/FRP Task Force Solution: Kahamelo Forensics Services is part of a unique South African Task Force of experienced experts from multiple disciplines, headed by Covington & Burling (United States of America) and FRP Advisory (United Kingdom), which provides a bespoke solution across all sectors utilising a Risk Based Approach (RBA) to identify, assess, monitor, investigate and assist South African entities on the ground to ensure appropriate Financial Action Task Force (“FATF”) best practices are adhered to. This bespoke solution will allow entities continued international trade unfettered by the stigma, caused by the RSA’s FATF Grey List, of bribery, corruption, money laundering and terrorist financing concerns, held by international banks, correspondent banking services and trading partners.

2, Glencore PLC – Western Chrome Mines (Swiss Multinational): In consultation with Crowe Forensics, Kahamelo Forensics is conducting an independent forensic audit on the Glencore Western Chrome Mines’ procurement business cycle in order to identify risks and weaknesses in the cycle as well as to recommended appropriate and bespoke controls which Glencore Western Chrome Mines’ can implement in its procurement business cycle to mitigate the risks and weaknesses identified.

3, Chemical Energy Paper Printing Wood and Allied Workers’ Union (CEPPWAWU): In consultation with Crowe Forensics, Kahamelo Forensics Services performed financial and forensic accounting services, which included inter alia liaising with CEPPWAWU accounting staff to assist in the process of capturing the relevant financial information, obtaining financial software licenses, preparing annual financial statements on a basis which would be the most cost effect at least onerous on CEPPWAWU, preparation of audit packs, appointment of external auditors and performing a financial audit to advise CEPPWAWU on identified areas of concern and possible avenues to pursue civilly or criminally.

4, Rolfes Holdings: Kahamelo Forensics Services assisted Rolfes Holdings temporarily with financial managerial services which included inter alia group consolidations, finance manager responsibilities and project assistance. 

5, Blue Label Telecoms (JSE): Kahamelo Forensics Services assisted Blue Label Telecoms with financial and forensic accounting services relating to a highly technical VAT review.

6, AVENG DFC (Copaflo): In consultation with Crowe Forensics, Kahamelo Forensics Services assisted AVENG DFS’s new management during the acquisitions of the business unit with working capital and due diligence procedures as part of its IDC funding requirements.

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Location:

Eco Court, 340 Witch-Hazel Ave, Centurion, 0144

Email:

admin@kahamelo.co.za
johan.ferreira@kahamelo.co.za

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Kahamelo Forensic Services (Pty) Ltd
Eco Court, 340 Witch-Hazel Ave, Centurion, 0144, South Africa
Office:+27 (12) 555 0300 | Email: admin@kahamelo.co.za | Reg No: 2017/528683/07