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SA Home Loans issues R495 million in unlisted bonds through Strate infrastructure

Strate congratulates SA Home Loans on its successful issue of four bonds totalling R495 million under a R10 billion approved funding programme.

M&G Investments Southern Africa joins Strate e-Voting platform

M&G Investments Southern Africa has joined our e-Voting platform and can now process voting instructions through our digital platform. Strate’s digital voting solution continues to gain ground across South Africa’s financial ecosystem.

NEPI Rockcastle implements Strate’s enhanced removals capability

For queries or operational assistance, contact clientservices@strate.co.za and CSD-Services@strate.co.za.

Foord Asset Management joins Strate e-Voting platform

We are excited to welcome another client to our e-Voting platform. Foord Asset Management joins our e-Voting community, marking another significant milestone in our journey to advance digital voting solutions. Foord Asset Management can now process voting instructions through our fully digital solution.

South Africa Regulatory Reporting Forum

On 21 May 2025, UK-based Shuka Minerals PLC will join the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, leveraging Strate’s direct central securities depository services for an efficient, end-to-end listing experience.

Introducing StrateTalking

Welcome to our inaugural issue of StrateTalking, your quarterly update on Strate’s issuer services, enhancements and events. This newsletter will keep you informed about our innovative solutions and opportunities that drive efficiency and value in your business.

Strate enables seamless JSE inward listing for Shuka Minerals

ZARONIA MM Cat IV implementation – Successful go-live

Strate has successfully enabled the South African Rand Overnight Index Average (ZARONIA) and Money Market Category IV initiative, which went live on 19 May 2025.

Implementation of ZARONIA – South Africa’s new reference rate

The South African financial market is preparing for a significant change with the implementation of the South African Rand Overnight Index Average (ZARONIA) as the new reference rate for financial market contracts.

Strate’s 2024 Regulatory and Supervisory Report is available – read how we’re upholding market stability through effective oversight

Strate Supervision, as a regulator, serves the South African financial market by monitoring the activities of regulated entities with the aim of upholding the stability of South Africa’s financial market ecosystem.