​HKA is delighted to announce the appointment of Joyce Nkini-Iwisi as Partner, joining the Forensic Accounting & Commercial Damages (FACD) practice in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Joyce brings close to 20 years of experience in investigations and compliance advisory services, having held senior leadership positions across Big Four firms, law practices, and global risk consultancies. She will be responsible for supporting the strategic growth of the FACD practice in South Africa and the broader Africa region. Her career includes roles at PwC and EY in East and Southern Africa, and at Rooth and Wessels in South Africa, where she served as the Head of Investigations and Advisory. Joyce joins HKA from Control Risks where she was the co-head for the Investigations practice across Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).

“We are delighted to welcome Joyce to the firm. Her expertise, integrity, and collaborative approach align perfectly with HKA, and we are confident that she will play a pivotal role in strengthening our investigations practice, leading complex investigations, and driving continued success for our clients.”

John Hughes, Partner and Head of Africa, International

Joyce holds an MBA in International Business from Coventry University and a BCom in Accounting and Finance from Mzumbe University. She is a Certified Forensic Practitioner (SA), a member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (SA), and has been trained by CHS Alliance (Geneva) in investigations into SEAH related matters.

“Joyce’s appointment reflects our commitment to strengthening our Investigations practice with world-class expertise. Her proven leadership, technical skills, and international experience will be invaluable as we continue to expand our services and support clients in navigating complex challenges.”

Stuart Ells, Partner, Chief Growth and Operations Officer, FACD Lead, International

Joyce is highly regarded for her ability to manage diverse teams and is known for delivering strategic growth for regional forensic practices. She has delivered excellent results on investigations into complex workplace-related matters, including investigations into human rights violations as well as cases involving safeguarding concerns, including sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH). She has provided expert witness testimony in both internal tribunals and supported matters in the high courts in Nigeria and South Africa.  She has also created and reviewed integrity and compliance programs, provided training and awareness campaigns for “speak up” programs.

“I am excited to join HKA’s FACD practice to contribute my strategic insights into its growth within the African region. HKA is known for its global reputation for excellence in forensic accounting and dispute resolution, and I look forward to further developing the firm’s growth strategy for Africa and then actively executing on the key strategic objectives. I also look forward to delivering impactful solutions in complex investigations and compliance-related matters.”

Joyce comments on her appointment.

Joyce also serves on the Advisory Panel for the Association of Corporate Investigators (ACi) (UK) covering the EMEA region.

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