Our Identity
The Philosophy of
Ikuthala
In Zulu, Ikuthala represents the tireless pursuit of accuracy, the discipline of rigorous maintenance, and an unwavering commitment to consistency.
Ikuthala Consulting was founded by Shakira Samsodien, who brings more than ten years of bookkeeping and accounting experience. We understand that behind every ledger is an entrepreneur's livelihood. That’s why we bring corporate-level precision to the heartbeat of the South African economy—our small and medium enterprises. We don't just balance books; we build structural financial integrity that allows your business to thrive.
Certified Status
100% Black Female Owned & Level 1 B-BBEE
Shakira Samsodien
Founder and Member
Shakira focuses on the day-to-day operations as well as managing and navigating our clients' business needs. She holds a Certificate in Bookkeeping with UNISA, is a registered Tax Technician with the South African Institute for Tax Practitioners (SAIT), and a registered Tax Practitioner with SARS.
Her passion is in building and supporting all SME businesses, as she believes this is the backbone to South Africa’s growing economy.
In her personal time, she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, reading, and traveling.
Manaal Sayed
Senior Bookkeeper
Manaal has been part of the team since 2015. She is the senior bookkeeper with years of invaluable experience. Her extensive background and demonstrated excellence in bookkeeping, CIPC, and administration roles underscore her dedication.
She will ensure that all your deadlines are met timeously.