Steinheist

Steinhoff, a humble furniture company led by hotshot accountant Markus Jooste, bets big on acquisitions that put it in the global spotlight. Many are taken in by this enigmatic CEO.

Steinhoff tries to overtake IKEA with eye-wateringly large deals, while Markus Jooste indulges in a billionaire playboy lifestyle - until tax investigations lead to a twist that rocks the corporate world.

The abrupt resignation of CEO Markus Jooste and the catastrophic crash of Steinhoff leaves many across South Africa and the world baying for Jooste's blood.