Government-Business Partnership Phase 3: Ramaphosa launched Phase 3 of the partnership to push South Africa above 3% growth and create 1m jobs by 2030, with economist John Loos saying the 3% target is realistic but needs deeper structural reforms beyond power and logistics. Johannesburg Compliance Blitz: Employment and Labour and City officials raided Siesta MTN Butchery in the CBD, finding cats feeding on meat for sale, plus labour and immigration compliance concerns. Free Electricity Debate: Outa warned that raising Free Basic Electricity for indigent households could strain municipalities and paying customers unless qualification and funding mechanics are fixed. Wild Coast Shell Ruling: Activists welcomed a Constitutional Court win stopping Shell’s offshore exploration, calling it a victory for community consultation and ocean protection. SA–Zimbabwe Deal Push: Mnangagwa and Ramaphosa presided over six cooperation instruments at the Zimbabwe-South Africa Bi-National Commission, while a business forum in Midrand targets trade and investment. Cell C Results: Cell C reported a 57.4% jump in headline earnings per share alongside revenue growth and improved net debt after restructuring. ANC Johannesburg Mayoral Race: Sources say MK Party leader Chikane has pulled out of the ANC mayoral candidate race, leaving Dada Morero and Loyiso Masuku as key contenders. Land Claims Backlog: The land restitution backlog remains severe, with thousands of claims still unresolved and timelines stretching further due to court rulings and capacity constraints. Mastercard Travel Boost: Mastercard expanded Priceless.com with curated Africa travel experiences across nine markets, including South Africa.