John Matisonn on DA, BELA bill – Bottom Line: GNU is secure for now

Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen has clarified the party's stance on the Government of National Unity (GNU), emphasizing that the DA will not walk out of government, despite differences over policies like the BELA Bill. While the DA has vowed to fight policies it opposes, such as potential changes to education and healthcare, Steenhuisen stressed that only severe constitutional or economic damage would prompt the DA to leave. Collaborative solutions remain the focus in navigating contentious issues.

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By John Matisonn

When the DA says it will consider all options if President Cyril Ramaphosa signs the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill (BELA) into law on Friday, those options do NOT include walking out of government.

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