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Forensics

Uncovering the truth through forensic expertise. 
We investigate financial misconduct, fraud, and irregularities to support accountability and informed decision-making.

FORENSICS

Specialists in Financial Truth and Integrity

Established in 2005, Crowe Forensics (formerly Horwath Forensics) is a trusted, independent forensic firm of Chartered Accountants and financial analysts based in Johannesburg and Cape Town. Operating as a private company, we maintain complete independence from audit and regulatory conflicts—allowing us to focus solely on delivering objective, high-quality forensic services.

Expertise You Can Rely On
Our multidisciplinary team brings together a powerful mix of local and international experience. With a proven track record in high-profile investigations, our professionals include

  • Forensic Chartered Accountants
  • Certified Fraud Examiners (CFEs)
  • Financial analysts
  • Data analytics experts
Through our association with Crowe Global, we also offer access to leading tax, IFRS, and cross-border advisory specialists.

 

Tax client meeting Crowe, Johannesburg

Our experience


Crowe Forensics provides ongoing support to some of South Africa’s most prominent law firms, national law enforcement agencies, and government departments. Our extensive track record includes hundreds of white-collar crime investigations, insolvency reviews, and transaction support assignments for both private and public sector clients — including banks, financial institutions (local and international), and listed entities.

Our team has been entrusted with several high-profile and complex investigations. Notably, Crowe Forensics served as the lead forensic accountants in the investigation into VBS Mutual Bank and the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) — two of the most significant white-collar crime and insolvency matters in recent South African history.

What sets our team apart

  • The right person for the job: Attention to detail begins by allocating the right expert to the job. Our fraud squad includes CA's that enjoy getting their hands dirty.
  • Rapid turnaround times: When money is at stake, time is always of the essence. We have the resources required to complete the job in the required time.
  • Independence: In a court of law or dispute situation, all parties can count on our complete objectivity and unbiased presentation of the facts.
  • Cost Effectiveness: Specialist skills are never cheap, but we have managed to keep costs down and offer clients market leading skills at market leading prices.
  • Depth of Experience: Our teams reputation has been earned both locally and internationally.
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News

High-Profile Forensic Investigations  


Crowe Forensics has been appointed as the forensic accounting experts in several high-profile, public interest investigations. The following articles provide insight into our involvement and the broader context of these matters.
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Ryan Sacks
DirectorCrowe Forensics SA (Pty) Ltd
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Terence Hatzkilson
DirectorCrowe Forensics SA (Pty) Ltd