The first monkey trader Moncho - Episode 12

The First Monkey Trader follows the extraordinary and dramatic journey of Moncho, a hyper-realistic anthropomorphic baby monkey born into poverty but destined to shake the world of trading. From his first cries inside FBK Hospital, wrapped in an FBK Markets blanket, Moncho’s life unfolds as a mix of survival, ambition, betrayal, and relentless pursuit of financial freedom.

Set in a gritty yet cinematic South African backdrop—from dusty shack settlements to luxury hotel rooms—Season 1 explores Moncho’s transformation from a helpless newborn into a hustling trader who learns that markets can give as fast as they take.

The season blends raw realism with high drama:

Moncho’s humble beginnings, unpacking books labeled “School is Useless” while dreaming of financial success.

His first laptop from FBK Technologies, where he discovers both the thrill of winning trades and the heartbreak of losses.

Romantic entanglements with Gina, the glamorous cat whose loyalty is never certain.

Sudden wealth, flashy cars, and celebrity status—only to be met with betrayal, arrest, and the dark reality of prison.

Inside FBK Jail, Moncho encounters dangerous characters like Rolio Jack, the menacing hyena, and begins to uncover hidden conspiracies tied to detectives, corrupt leaders, and the underworld of finance.

At its core, The First Monkey Trader is about ambition versus environment—a symbolic tale of resilience, greed, betrayal, and the struggle to escape poverty through financial markets. Moncho embodies the dream of every hustler: to flip the script, to risk it all, and to one day rise above the system that tried to cage him.

✨ Think of it as a gritty Wall Street meets African folklore, told through hyper-realistic animal characters that embody human flaws, dreams, and power struggles.