ANC loses majority, braces for coalition talks with rivals

ANC loses majority, braces for coalition talks with rivals

The ANC faces tough coalition talks after losing its parliamentary majority for the first time in 30 years.
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In South Africa, the ruling African National Congress (ANC) faces tough coalition talks after losing its parliamentary majority for the first time in 30 years. Garnering only 40.2% of the vote, down from 57.5% in 2019, the ANC must now decide between alliances with either the business-friendly Democratic Alliance (DA) or leftist factions, including former President Zuma's MK Party. This pivotal election signals potential shifts in leadership and policy direction.

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By S'thembile Cele, Ana Monteiro and Antony Sguazzin

South Africa's ruling party is girding for grueling talks with bitter rivals over the makeup a new government, after losing a parliamentary majority that's stood for 30 years.

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