Hartford: Zuma’s targeted 2/3 majority, finmin Floyd could happen after May 29

With under seven weeks until South Africa heads to the polls, there has been a seismic shift in the political arena. For the first time in 30 years of democracy, the ruling ANC faces the prospect of relinquishing its sole control over the national government. However, the emerging scenario suggests that while the ANC's dominance is on the wane, its influence could persist through coalition partnerships. Only four contenders have dared to stake their claim for the presidency, including the incumbent Cyril Ramaphosa, firebrand Julius Malema of the EFF, and the enigmatic Jacob Zuma of MK. The dynamics of post-election coalitions, particularly Zuma's push for a constitutional overhaul, present a complex and uncertain future for South Africa's governance. As the nation braces for electoral outcomes, the spectre of historic alliances and power struggles looms large, underscoring the critical juncture at which the country stands.

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By Dirk Hartford

In 48 days, 27.7 million eligible voters (15.3 million women) will potentially go to the polls to elect a new government in SA.

One can now say for certain that after 30 years of democracy, the new government will no longer be exclusively ANC-controlled.

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