The Constitutional Court spared the @MYANC a major candidate blunder, but voter polls suggest the party's decline may be shifting from gradual to exponential. Read more: tinyurl.com/4vxbcnak/

The Uncomfortable Truth, presented by @CitadelSA in partnership with @FinancialMail, arrives in Johannesburg today for another morning of candid discussion, challenging questions and diverse perspectives on South Africa’s future. This partnership was inspired by a shared belief in the power of honest dialogue to challenge assumptions, broaden perspectives and inspire action. As Citadel CEO, Sajeel Maharaj reminded us: “South Africans have never needed perfect conditions to achieve extraordinary things.” Today is about confronting the realities we face, while keeping sight of what’s possible. Let the conversation begin. #TheUncomfortableTruth

Pepkor's R1.57bn deal to buy fintech Shop2Shop benefits CEO Pieter Erasmus, reigniting governance debates and comparisons to Steinhoff after bypassing a shareholder vote. Read more by @robrose_za here: tinyurl.com/2jbk7y7k/

With Sanlam and Pepkor joining the digital banking rush, South Africans are spoilt for choice. But history shows that surviving beyond the boom takes more than just tech. Read more here: tinyurl.com/2nfjz9dj/

A rare lizard, risk capital and billions in hedge book losses are a test of nerves for Harmony Gold’s Australian expansion. Read why its strategy is testing investor patience in our cover story by @davidaamckay here: tinyurl.com/3fm8j25b

Motorists are getting a light reprieve from record petrol and diesel prices, while a payroll audit has identified thousands of ghost workers. Read more here: tinyurl.com/2nya9tdu/

The finance ministry says reform can lift GDP 3.1% above its baseline by 2034. But that depends on private investment, which is falling. Read more here: tinyurl.com/ken8w3rt

From fine dining to high-end festivals and luxury hotels, the Marble Group is building an expansive hospitality empire. Discover how the Luxurious Marble Circus is driving its ambitious next chapter. fm.co.za/art_01a11f9eddee772…

17 court orders later, Intercape buses are still being shot at while authorities apparently look the other way. CEO Johann Ferreira speaks out on taxi cartels, state inaction and the cost of lawlessness. fm.co.za/art_01a11fb1da87796…

PODCAST | The Eastern Cape metro is awash with potential, but political instability has underwritten municipal decline. In this episode of South Africa’s Easy Elections Guide, journalist @NickolausBauer looks at what it will take to get the city working again. Listen here: tinyurl.com/2n4ek8c4/

PARTNER CONTENT | Trillion-dollar IPOs and the new Magnificent 10 @SpaceX, @AnthropicAI and @OpenAI could reshape global equity indices as dramatically as any companies in history. What does the IPO class of 2026 mean for passive and active investors? Read more here: tinyurl.com/36y9kdd6/

VODCAST | ‘JDV On Air’ — Dan Grec on keeping money for the road: Canadian overlander Dan Grec drove a used Jeep around Africa for 999 days. What he refused to pay for is a lesson in where a budget belongs. More here: tinyurl.com/r9e8nzrd

PARTNER CONTENT: Being the change. Why category leadership matters at KAP. Category leadership, when done with intent, becomes a powerful force for progress. It sets direction, raises standards and mobilises multiple stakeholders around a shared purpose. Read more here: tinyurl.com/2v22xvw2

"I’ve been looking at Chinese indices after a social media post pointed out that the Chinese CSI 300 index (CSI300) was at 12-month lows. At the same time, US indices were just off record highs. The simple response is that China is cheap, and many people have been making that point for some time. For years, in many cases." More by @SimonPB here: tinyurl.com/fsec3zvr

Building wealth that lasts depends on getting three things right — and on making sure none of them is left to work alone. Read more in The golden triangle: Savings, debt, and protection, here: tinyurl.com/mr43dfun

PODCAST | eThekwini — the political earthquake waiting to happen: Once an @MYANC stronghold, the KZN metro now seems to be the @uMkhontoWesizw Party's to lose. In this episode of South Africa’s Easy Elections Guide, journalist @NickolausBauer looks at what’s at stake. Listen here: tinyurl.com/5n6etkhs

Protect your portfolio and stay in the game. @SimonPB explains why a disciplined stop-loss and strict position sizing are crucial for every trader. fm.co.za/art_01a11f88f5977a2…

The junior copper group (Orion) can finally begin construction and mining work on its historic Prieska project. Read more: tinyurl.com/2xd6nr5e

Is the Competition Commission's attempt to undo Premier Group's acquisition of RFG Holdings a case of regulatory overreach? Revoking approved deals risks undermining investor confidence in South Africa. By @MichaelJAvery: fm.co.za/art_01a12b4534907d2…