The Finance Ghost plugged in with Capitec
The Finance Ghost plugged in with Capitec
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The Finance Ghost Plugged in with Capitec is hosted by entrepreneur and ex-investment banker, The Finance Ghost. From side hustles to success stories, the podcast explores what it really takes to build a business in SA. Whether you're starting out or deep in the journey, there’s something for you.
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The podcast focuses on entrepreneurship in South Africa with specific themes including side hustles, business growth challenges, and unique success stories. Notable episodes, like the one featuring Makomborero Mutezo on bootstrapping a brownie business, explore the intersection of culinary arts and design, as well as the critical importance of curiosity and family support in the entrepreneurial journey.

The Finance Ghost Plugged in with Capitec is hosted by entrepreneur and ex-investment banker, The Finance Ghost. From side hustles to success stories, the podcast explores what it really takes to build a business in SA. Whether you’re starting out or deep in the journey, there’s something for you.
Hugh Cunningham is as passionate about customer service and product assortment as he is about medicine. As the co-owner of The Local Choice Pharmacy Harmelia, Hugh focuses on business management, while his wife and co-founder Yolandi ensures the dispensary runs smoothly.
On episode 4 of The Finance Ghost Plugged in with Capitec, Hugh shares excellent insights on specialist retail and how pharmacies really work.
Episode 4 covers:
- Why separation of duties and having a clear decision-maker is critical
- The importance of doing proper financial analytics in any business
- How pharmacies make money and the differences between independent and corporate pharmacy models
- The benefits of being part of a franchise network
- The future of the pharmacy industry and how independent pharmacies can stay competitive

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