What makes Chuuma different
Trading made easy
A clean, intuitive app for buying and selling shares — built for first-time investors and experienced traders alike.
Real-time market data
Live prices and market movements, so you can make informed decisions the moment they matter.
Live order book
See market depth — the bids and offers behind every share — so you know exactly what’s happening before you trade.
Real-time portfolio valuation
Watch the value of your holdings update live as the market moves, with a clear view of your positions.
Trade outside market hours
Place an order any time of day. Chuuma queues your orders and submits them automatically when the market opens — you never have to watch the clock.
Smart notifications
Get alerts for matched and unmatched orders, incoming cash from trades, settlement, and dividends — by SMS and email.
Market SENS & announcements
Stay on top of company news and market announcements (SENS) from listed companies, right inside the app.
Quality customer service
Friendly, responsive support and guidance whenever you need a hand.
Built for everyone, everywhere
App or USSD
Invest from the mobile app, or by USSD on any phone — no smartphone or internet connection required.
Kwacha & USD
Trade both Kwacha and USD-denominated securities to diversify your portfolio.
Bring your existing shares
Already invested through another broker? Initiate a share transfer to Chuuma and see your custodians under your holdings.
Free to start
Open an account at no cost and start with what you have.
New to investing?
Learn how the stock market works in plain language — no jargon, no experience needed.How the stock market works
Shares, the exchange, and the role of a broker — explained simply.
What are dividends?
What a dividend is, who decides, and how often they’re paid.
Get the app
Download Chuuma
Available on the App Store and Google Play — or dial in by USSD. Start trading in minutes.