All Eyes on ANC as Coalition Talks Begin Amid South Africa’s Political Shift
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses the results of the general election at the IEC National Results Center, Midrand, June 2, 2024. The ANC lost its 30-year majority, securing only 159 of 400 parliamentary seats. Photo | Topnews
In Summary:
ANC loses majority after 30 years in power.
Diverse potential coalition partners make negotiations challenging.
South Africa is closely watching the African National Congress (ANC) as it deliberates on a coalition partner after losing its majority for the first time in 30 years of democracy.
The ANC, which has dominated since the end of apartheid in 1994, secured only 40.2% of the vote, a sharp decline from 57.5% five years ago.
Voter dissatisfaction with unemployment, inequality, and persistent power blackouts signific...
