Siphesihle Siswana

Siphesihle Siswana, CFA has a strong background in finance and investment analysis. Siphesihle began their career in 2012 with vacation work at Maitland, and later completed an internship at ZAQ Finance in 2014. In the same year, they also worked as a Portfolio Administrator at Maitland, where they gained experience in fund administration and reporting.

In 2013, Siphesihle co-founded and served as the Chairman of the University of Stellenbosch Investments Society. In this role, they oversaw the society's functions and ensured the smooth operation of the executive committee and management council.

Siphesihle then joined MAZI Asset Management in 2015 as a Junior Equity Analyst. Siphesihle generated investment ideas and recommendations for the investment committee, collaborated with analysts on research tasks, and presented investment ideas.

From 2017 to 2018, Siphesihle worked at the South African Reserve Bank as an Associate Financial Markets Specialist - FX Dealer. Their responsibilities included conducting foreign exchange transactions, conducting qualitative research on domestic and international markets, and assisting with briefings and presentations for Monetary Policy and Financial Stability committees.

In 2019, Siphesihle joined ALUWANI Capital Partners as an Equity Analyst. Siphesihle conducted in-depth research and analysis of listed companies and provided support to portfolio managers in managing investment portfolios.

Most recently, Siphesihle is a Senior Equity Analyst at Sasfin, where they continue to conduct research and analysis of listed companies and industries. Siphesihle assists portfolio managers in managing investment portfolios and prepares reports for the investment team.

Overall, Siphesihle Siswana has a comprehensive background in finance and investment analysis, with experience in equity analysis, foreign exchange, fund administration, and leadership roles.

Siphesihle Siswana, CFA has a strong educational background in the field of investment management and financial markets. In 2011, they enrolled at Stellenbosch University and completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Investment Management in 2014. During their time at the university, Siphesihle also undertook an Advanced Excel Course, for which they received a certificate in 2014.

In 2018, Siphesihle pursued further education in the financial markets by completing the ACI Dealing Certificate through ACI The Financial Markets Association. This certification specialized in FX Markets.

In terms of additional certifications, Siphesihle obtained the prestigious Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA) Charterholder designation from the CFA Institute in April 2023.

Overall, with their educational achievements and certifications, Siphesihle Siswana, CFA has developed a strong foundation in investment management and financial markets.