Trade global markets with a regulated South African provider
Access CFDs on forex, indices, commodities, metals and shares through MetaTrader 5 — with transparent pricing, honest risk disclosure and regulation-first conduct.
CFDs are complex instruments and carry a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You may lose more than your deposit. Risk disclosure.
Illustrative app preview and prices for demonstration only — not a live quote or an offer to trade.
A diversified range of CFD markets
Build a diversified portfolio across asset classes. All instruments are traded as Contracts for Difference and carry leverage risk.
Forex
Major, minor and exotic currency pairs.
Indices
Global stock-market index CFDs.
Commodities
Energy, agricultural and industrial commodity CFDs.
Metals
Gold, silver and other precious-metal CFDs.
Shares
CFDs on local and international company shares.
Crypto
CFDs on major cryptocurrencies (where available).
Crypto-asset products are subject to separate authorisation in South Africa and are offered only where covered by the applicable licence. Instrument availability varies.
Professional tools on MetaTrader 5
Trade on the industry-standard MetaTrader 5 platform — advanced charting, technical indicators, multiple order types and automated strategies, on desktop, web and mobile.
- Deep charting and a full suite of technical indicators
- Risk-management tools — stop-loss, take-profit, pending orders
- Automated trading via Expert Advisors
- Transparent spreads and commissions, disclosed up front
Fast execution
Order routing built for speed and stability across market conditions.
600+ instruments
A broad selection of CFD markets across global asset classes.
Education
Entry- and intermediate-level resources to build your knowledge.
Support
A responsive client-support team for account and platform queries.
Choose an account that fits your strategy
Higher leverage increases both potential gains and potential losses. Choose a level you understand and can manage.
Standard
For new traders building experience.
- LeverageUp to 1:100
- Spreads from1.5 pips
- Commission$0
- Min. deposit$100
Gold
Tighter pricing and deeper analysis tools.
- LeverageUp to 1:100
- Spreads from0.8 pips
- Commission$0
- Min. deposit$500
VIP
For higher-volume traders with a dedicated contact.
- LeverageUp to 1:100
- Spreads from0.5 pips
- Commission$0
- Min. deposit$1,000
Open an account in three steps
Register & verify
Create your account and complete identity verification (KYC) and our AML checks.
Fund your account
Deposit using a supported method. Only deposit funds you can afford to put at risk.
Start trading
Access global CFD markets on MetaTrader 5, or practise first on a free demo.
Frequently asked questions
Who is my South African financial services provider?
Your South African financial services provider is Zivest (Pty) Ltd, FSP 49689, trading as Prime Bridge Broker. Zivest (Pty) Ltd is regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) in South Africa and acts as the South African intermediary. You can verify the licence on the FSCA register at fsca.co.za.
Who is my trading counterparty?
Zivest (Pty) Ltd, trading as Prime Bridge Broker, is not your trading counterparty. Your CFD/OTC-derivative trades are entered into with the appointed OTC Derivative Provider (ODP) — the offshore product provider and trading counterparty — under the ODP's client agreement and trading terms.
Does Prime Bridge Broker hold my trading funds?
No, unless expressly disclosed in writing. Client trading funds are held and administered by the ODP and/or its appointed banking or payment partners, subject to the ODP's terms and applicable law. We will never ask you to pay a 'tax' or 'fee' to release a withdrawal of your own funds.
Is Prime Bridge Broker an ODP (market maker)?
No. Zivest (Pty) Ltd, trading as Prime Bridge Broker, does not act as an OTC Derivative Provider, issuer, market maker, liquidity provider, trading platform provider, custodian or trading counterparty. It acts as the authorised South African intermediary only.
What can I trade?
You can access CFDs across forex, indices, commodities, metals and shares through the MetaTrader 5 platform. The specific instruments available depend on your account and the product categories covered by the licence.
How does leverage work here?
Leverage lets you control a larger position with a smaller deposit. South Africa's FSCA does not impose a maximum leverage cap; we offer up to 1:100 as a responsible level. Leverage, margin and stop-out levels are set by the product provider (ODP) and are subject to suitability. Leverage magnifies losses as well as gains — you can lose more than your deposit.
What are the fees?
Pricing is based on the spread, which starts from 0.5 pips on a VIP account. Positions held overnight may incur a swap (financing) charge. We disclose all costs up front and never apply hidden fees. See our Fees & Charges page for the full schedule.
How do I deposit and withdraw?
You fund and withdraw through your client portal. Deposits, withdrawals and client-money arrangements are administered by the product provider (ODP). Withdrawals are paid back to the original funding source where possible, and your funds remain yours. See our Deposit & Withdrawal Policy.
Which trading platform do you offer?
MetaTrader 5 (MT5) — the industry-standard platform — on desktop, web and mobile, with advanced charting, multiple order types and automated trading via Expert Advisors.
Is there a demo account?
Yes. You can open a demo account with $10,000 of virtual funds for 30 days to practise on live market data with no financial risk.
How do I open an account and verify it?
Register through the portal, then complete identity verification (KYC) and our anti-money-laundering checks, as required by South African law (FICA). Once verified, you can fund your account and trade, or start on a free demo. Services are not available to residents of the United States of America.
Ready when you are
Open an account with an authorised FSCA provider, or practise risk-free on a demo first. Remember: CFDs are leveraged and your capital is at risk.