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Business confidence fell in April and May, reflecting uncertainty about future policy ahead of the elections. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)

Business confidence dips on the back policy uncertainty

The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s business confidence index fell in April and May, ahead of the elections, snapping a rally that dated back to November 2023

The Results Operation Centre (ROC) in Midrand, during South Africa’s 2024 elections. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy

The IEC was short of money and time ahead of polls

It faced budget cuts, the burden of an amended electoral system and a legal challenge from Jacob Zuma

Former KZN MEC Valentin Volker (91) weighs in on former President Jacob Zuma standing on the IEC ballot. Photo: Nqubeko Mbhele

Veteran politician believes Zuma will be red-carded after election

91-year-old Valentin Volker served as a National Party MP and in the KZN Legislature

The empty Onkgopotse Tiro Hall at the University of Limpopo. Taken 11 March 2024 before the M&G Election Town Hall.
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WATCH | Town Hall Election Debate – charting the future in 2024’s landmark elections

The M&G and University of Limpopo host a forum to discuss, among others, what a coalition government could mean for South Africa.

A university that teaches but does not innovate, that researches but does not apply, will find itself detached from the society it is meant to serve and elevate
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M&G, University of Limpopo town hall will unpack elections

The M&G and University of Limpopo host a forum to discuss, among others, what a coalition government could mean for South Africa

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No credible opposition to a sclerotic ANC

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