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“Zeroth” suggests a starting point; a solid foundation for expansion, progress and the seamless integration of licensing, compliance and operational readiness.
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We created Zeroth Compliance for founders who need clear steps, practical support and local expertise to secure Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) licensing and ongoing compliance, while removing the regulatory barriers that can trip you up and keep you from growing. Our expertise with the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS) and FSCA approval processes enables you to build sustainable operations that align neatly with South African regulations.

Zamokwakhe Zeroth Khumalo

Founder

Zamokwakhe Zeroth Khumalo is a seasoned expert in the forex industry, with a deep understanding of both brokerage operations and the South African regulatory landscape. Having built and led his own successful brokerage – SA’s first Black-owned foreign exchange brokerage firm – he knows exactly what it takes to secure FSCA licensing, maintain compliance and scale in a competitive market.

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A word from our founder

“My name is Zamokwakhe Zeroth Khumalo and foreign exchange is my business. A proudly South African entrepreneur, born in the KwaZulu-Natal town of Pongola, I encourage fellow businesspeople to delve into the world of foreign exchange, financial markets and trading.

I see Zeroth Compliance as the foundation for forex; the starting point for forex brokers entering the South African market. My mission is simple: To serve as the trusted guide brokers need to focus on trading and momentum, while the regulatory complexities are handled.”

JP De Villiers

CFA

JP is a Portfolio Manager & Key Individual at Zeroth Compliance with over 8 years of experience in asset management, digital assets, and forex trading. A CFA charterholder and Executive MSc graduate in International Finance from the University of Amsterdam, he brings deep market expertise to help brokers scale confidently within a strong compliance framework.

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Brian Marsh

CFP

Brian is a Portfolio Manager & Key Individual at Zeroth Compliance with more than 25 years of experience in wealth management, financial planning, and FSCA regulatory oversight. A Certified Financial Planner and seasoned advisor, he has managed multi-billion-rand portfolios and now applies his expertise to strengthen broker compliance and client success at Zeroth.

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Lesedi Manchu

Compliance Specialist

Lesedi is a Compliance Specialist at Zeroth Compliance with over a decade of experience in regulatory risk management across banking and financial services. Formerly the FSCA-approved Compliance Officer for Nedbank, he has led market conduct compliance, implemented RegTech solutions, and advised on risk frameworks to strengthen governance. At Zeroth, Lesedi applies his expertise to help brokers navigate complex regulations with confidence and efficiency.

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