The Monocle Banking Podcast

Monocle Solutions
  • 0.0 (0)
  • BUSINESS
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

The Monocle Banking Podcast, in partnership with esteemed financial journalist, Michael Avery, will explore the world of banking - beyond the vaults and virtual wallets. This weekly series will play host to some of the top minds in the banking industry from around the world.

  1. 4D AGO

    Ep 89: The Buy Now Pay Later Blueprint: Data, Credit, and Inclusion - Mark McChlery

    Since its launch in 2019, PayJustNow has processed over R11 billion in transactions, opening access to credit for millions of previously unbanked consumers. Michael Avery sat down with the platform’s Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Mark McChlery, to discuss how South Africa’s Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) sector is reshaping financial inclusion. Mark shared how PayJustNow is building financial identity through transaction data, as well as how they’re addressing global competition, risk management, and the future of regulation in this rapidly evolving space.

    25 min

  2. SEP 25

    Ep 88: Breaking Down Barriers to Digital Payments - Ontiretse Modise

    Despite the fintech hype, cash still accounts for 56% of transactions in South Africa. Michael Avery sat down with Ontiretse Modise, Standard Bank CIB’s newly appointed Head of Payments, about what’s really driving Africa’s evolving payment landscape. From trust and education to merchant acceptance, they explored the barriers to broader adoption, the shift among younger generations, and how collaboration with fintechs, telcos, and regulators is shaping the future of payments across the continent.

    20 min

  3. SEP 18

    Ep 87: Deal-Making vs. Fundraising: The Paradox of Private Equity in SA - Graham Stokoe

    To unpack what’s really happening behind the numbers in South Africa’s private equity industry, Michael Avery sat down with Graham Stokoe, EY Africa’s Private Capital Leader. Despite weak fundraising in 2024, deal-making hit record levels, driven by infrastructure, energy and IT. They explore the rise of private credit, the growing influence of allocators, and the challenge of turning infrastructure needs into viable projects - while asking whether the industry can deliver both strong returns and lasting economic impact.

    23 min

  4. SEP 11

    Ep 86: Inside the Sanlam-Assupol Integration: Driving Value and Inclusion - Bongani Madikiza

    One year after Sanlam’s landmark acquisition of Assupol, the group is entering a decisive phase of integration with big implications for South Africa’s insurance and financial services landscape.  In this episode, Michael Avery sat down with Bongani Madikiza, CEO of Sanlam Retail Mass, to unpack how this consolidation is reshaping the economics of mass-market insurance and what it means for consumer value and financial inclusion.

    27 min

  5. SEP 4

    Ep 85: Beyond Party Lines: Rebuilding South Africa - Moeletsi Mbeki

    Can South Africa move beyond entrenched party politics to build institutions capable of real transformation? To unpack this, Michael Avery was joined by political analyst, Moeletsi Mbeki. They explored the ANC’s admission of policy shortcomings, the potential and pitfalls of a national dialogue, and the urgent need for electoral reform to strengthen accountability. The conversation tackled the future of BEE, the rise of coalition politics, and the role of business leaders in shaping a production-driven economy.

    40 min

  6. AUG 28

    Ep 84: Beyond the Models: Reinsurance and the Future of Risk - Jane March

    With the rising pressures of emerging risk, systemic risk and climate risk, Michael Avery was joined by Jane March, CEO of Guy Carpenter South Africa. They unpacked how extreme weather and fragile infrastructure are reshaping insurance markets. Jane shared her insights on a variety of key topics, from the use of facultative reinsurance in high-risk sectors and the potential of AI and parametric cover, to the social consequences of risk transfer and the need for a potential sovereign disaster fund in South Africa.

    24 min

  7. AUG 21

    Ep 83: South Africa's Reform Promises vs. Progress - Busisiwe Mavuso

    South Africa’s reform agenda is full of promises - but is it moving fast enough? Michael Avery sat down with Business Leadership SA CEO, Busisiwe Mavuso, about the new BLSA Reform Tracker, which measures nearly 240 deliverables across the economy, governance, and criminal justice. From progress on exiting the FATF greylist to stalled reforms at Eskom and Transnet, the Tracker highlights wins, bottlenecks, and the politics behind them.

    32 min

  8. AUG 14

    Ep 82: Weaving Ahead in SA’s Evolving FinTech Landscape - Sean Wibberley

    To unpack how Weaver Fintech’s PayJustNow and PayStretch are scaling faster than peers while keeping default rates below global norms, Michael Avery was joined by CEO Sean Wibberley. They discussed how Weaver is monetising beyond the checkout, why merchant analytics and in-app ad products are strategic, and how the company is leveraging AI-driven dynamic coding to enhance developer efficiency.

    25 min
See All (89)

About

The Monocle Banking Podcast, in partnership with esteemed financial journalist, Michael Avery, will explore the world of banking - beyond the vaults and virtual wallets. This weekly series will play host to some of the top minds in the banking industry from around the world.

Information

  • Creator
    Monocle Solutions
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    89
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Monocle Banking Podcast

You Might Also Like