
SHIFTING THE BALANCE
At Sinayo, we pride ourselves in being differentiated by our thinking process. We disrupt the status quo, thereby shifting the balance and empowering our clients to reach new heights.
“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.”
– Nelson Mandela
Your Future Is Our Priority
Sinayo is a South African, independent, majority black female-owned member of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). We specialise in South African equity sales and trading for institutional investors. We strive to influence policies and strategic decisions by connecting the fund management industry, business and political leadership. Our vast network and experience in the private and public sectors enable us to offer impeccable services to the Asset Management Industry.

#Trades4Solidarity
#PlayOurPart|SinayoTrades4Solidarity
We have supported the JSE in its decision to donate all revenue earned across all asset classes over a two-day period, between 15 and 16 April 2020, in aid of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s #Trade4Solidarity Fund which was established to assist South Africa’s COVID-19 pandemic efforts. We are pleased to announce that the directors and management of Sinayo Securities have made the grand gesture of donating R 500 000 towards
this Fund.
Focus Areas
Trading
At Sinayo, we are constantly striving to improve our service offerings and searching for better and effective systems to benefit our trade performance. Our vast knowledge, coupled with the latest technology, allows us to effectively execute and price transitions. Learn More
Innovation
We pride ourselves in our unique thinking process, which combines best experience with outstanding innovations. With the right partnerships, we believe that we can change the financial landscape through offering a unique palette of tools to our clients. Learn More
Project Funda
Project Funda is a two-year graduate programme comprised of extensive training and experience. Our vision is to recognise, develop and retain talent, particularly around research and leadership in the financial services industry.
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Sinayo Wealth
Sinayo Wealth (Pty) Ltd is a South African, independently-owned and managed, broad-based BEE, authorised financial service provider (FSP: 46834). Sinayo Wealth is 100% owned by Sinayo and operates discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.
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Sinayo’s experienced trading desk is built on hard work, trust, honesty and excellence, and we are firm believers in best execution for our clients. We are constantly striving to improve our service offering and are always searching for more effective systems to improve our trading performance.
Our Values

Integrity
We are consistent and uncompromising with adhering to strong moral and ethical principles and values.

Transformation
We shift the status quo by being a majority black female-owned company. We are fully invested in mentorship, with the aim of empowering disadvantaged youth and undiscovered talent.

Excellence
We confidently pursue the highest quality of service and foster a culture of exceptional execution.

Innovation
We are differentiated by our thinking process, which combines the best of our experience with outstanding innovations.

Social Investment
Believing in change
At Sinayo, we believe that every child should be afforded an opportunity to grow up to become an exceptional South African citizen. We believe in nurturing talent, growth and looking after the well-being of South Africa’s children. Through supporting 160 children at the Golden Ark Care Centre in Soweto, we aim to strengthen them, build their focus and encourage them to strive for a bright future.
Our Team

Babalwa Ngonyama
Executive Director, CEO, Shareholder

Bernadette Johnson
Executive Director, Stockbroker and Compliance Officer

Kagiso Raphiri
Data Analyst, Corporate Access

Meshack Mokobane
Senior Equities Trader

Ian Louw
Senior Equities Trader

John Swinney
Senior Equities Trader

Tracey Hendry
Settlement Officer

Jacques Pretorius
Key Individual

Nicola Webb
Executive Assistant and Finance
Morning Notes
China Stocks Gain, Gold Slips, Crude Oil Advances
17/08/2020 The Shanghai Composite climbed more than 2% higher on Monday after the People’s Bank of China boosted liquidity in the financial system to support banks. Hong Kong was also tagged along, rising almost 1.50%, with Tencent gaining 0.89%. Equities in Japan and...
Asian Markets and US Stock futures Drift Slightly Lower After Nasdaq Powers To a Record High
18/08/2020 Asian stock markets and U.S. futures drifted on Tuesday after the S&P 500 Index failed at another attempt to break a record high amid an impasse over U.S. stimulus measures. Markets were little changed in Japan and Hong Kong, rose in China and...
Police Minister Bheki Cele presents crime statistics for the three months through June at 11am
14/08/2020 Eskom Warns of More Power Cuts in Worst Year for OutagesSouth Africa Builds Recovery Plan Around Infrastructure6pm: President Cyril Ramaphosa to take part in forum ongender-based violence10am: Seipati Dhlamini, the former chief financial officer of the Free...
Total mining output probably fell 20% in June from a year earlier
13/08/2020 Total mining output probably fell 20% in June from a year earlier, according to the median estimate of five economists surveyed by Bloomberg, which would extend the decline to nine straight months after a 2% drop in March. The monthly decline is seen at 1%....
Asian Stocks Retreat While Gold Extends Slide
12/08/2020 Asian stock markets retreat on Wednesday amid some position-trimming and hanging doubts over the timing of a spending package from Washington. Gold selloff entered a second day after it tumbled the most in seven years Tuesday as US bond yields spiked...
Asian Stocks Advance Most in a Week
11/08/2020 Asian stocks rose the most, in a week, on Tuesday after a drop in coronavirus cases in some U.S. states - global cases topped 20 million. Japanese and Hong Kong equities rose about 2%, with Tencent 3.2% firmer. S&P 500 futures climbed to be on course to...
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