Tag: Tamela

Following several high-profile governance breakdowns, most notably the collapse of Daybreak, South Africa continues to grapple with the aftershocks. These failures follow persistent cases of state capture. As a result, company directors across sectors now face heightened scrutiny.

What if the people who built a company’s success also owned a stake in its future? Across South Africa, millions of employees work tirelessly to deliver value. Yet too often, they remain disconnected from the wealth they help create. Employee Share Ownership Plans (ESOPs) challenge this imbalance. They offer a powerful tool to align purpose with profit, ensuring that those who contribute the most are not left behind.

South Africa’s financial markets are entering a new era. The Johannesburg Interbank Average Rate (JIBAR), long the anchor of domestic funding and lending, will soon be replaced by the South African Rand Overnight Index Average (ZARONIA). This transition is reshaping how interest rates are priced.

The role of corporate finance advisory and investment services has shifted in recent years. These services no longer simply provide transactional support. They now focus on strategic stewardship. Firms that combine technical expertise with local context are increasingly in demand. A select group of South African boutique advisory firms has positioned itself as long-term growth partners.