
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.
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#Trades4Solidarity
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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

Brenda Mfazi
Professional Executive Assistant
Morning Notes
Stocks Set to Sink as Bonds Jump on Growth Fears / US Equity Futures Stabilize
19/05/2022 US and European equity futures are negative, but off session lows and a selloff in Asian stocks moderated as the possibility of dip-buying offset some of the worries about a looming economic downturn. US shares plunged 4% on Wednesday, the biggest daily...
Stock Rally Cools as Treasuries, Dollar Edge Up
18/05/2022 A rally in stocks cooled this morning amid a tough outlook in China and hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. MSCI Inc.’s Asia-Pacific equity index came off session highs, though it remained up for a fourth day, the longest such streak...
US Equity Futures Rise, China Tech Bolsters Asia
17/05/2022 We in for a better start with Asian stocks rising this morning amid a jump in some technology firms and as investors assessed China’s efforts to stamp out Covid. An Asian share index rose for a third day -- it’s longest winning streak since mid-March. US...
US Futures, Oil Retreat After Big China Data Miss
16/05/2022 We in for a lower start with US equity futures that are lower and Asian stocks wavered this morning as poor Chinese economic data fueled concerns about the global outlook. An Asia-Pacific share index came off sessions highs, the dollar firmed, Treasuries...
US Fed Chair Powell Pushes Back On Aggressive Rate Hikes, Stock Bounce In Asia, Treasuries Slip
13/05/2022 Jerome Powell, on Thursday in an interview, pushed back against speculation of super-hikes in lending rates by the Feds in the next upcoming meetings in June and July. Shares gauges in Asia climbed, with rallies in technology stocks in China and Japan. MSCI...
Asia-pacific Shares Plunge, Taking Cue From Wall Street On Worries Over Inflation
12/05/2022 US inflation print came out a tad higher than expected at 8.3%, vs 8.1% expectations, on Wednesday late afternoon. U.S. markets whipsawed after the news, then closed sharply lower. Equities markets in Asia skidded on Thursday as investors are concerned...
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