The Sanlam Umbrella Fund has appointed development economist Dr Nthabiseng Moleko as Sponsor-Appointed Trustee, strengthening the board’s governance, retirement fund expertise and commitment to delivering improved member outcomes.

Matthew Spencer, Director of UK Retail at Orbis, says investors should embrace uncertainty rather than fear it, focusing on opportunities where market expectations are low and ensuring portfolios are genuinely diversified to navigate an increasingly complex global investment landscape.

John Gilchrist, Chief Investment Officer at PSG Asset Management, says investors should rely on diversified portfolios rather than attempting to predict geopolitical events, while remaining mindful of rising stagflation risks, higher energy prices and slower global growth resulting from the ongoing Middle East conflict.

Renewable Risk Advisers (RRA), part of Crawford Dougall International, has been named Insurance Adviser of the Year at the 2026 Wind Investment Awards, recognising its specialist expertise in renewable energy risk management and highlighting the growing importance of insurance advisory services in supporting renewable energy investment and infrastructure development globally and across Africa.

Izak Odendaal, Investment Strategist at Old Mutual Wealth, says excitement around upcoming mega US listings such as SpaceX, Anthropic and OpenAI reflects strong investor appetite for AI-driven growth, but also highlights valuation risks in US markets, while undervalued South African equities may offer superior long-term return potential for diversified investors.

Shaun Duddy, Head of Product Development at Allan Gray, says the increased tax-free investment and retirement fund contribution limits announced in the 2026 Budget give investors a valuable opportunity to accelerate tax-efficient wealth creation.