RW Johnson: Why BELA Bill is an existential threat to GNU as Friday’s deadline looms

The Basic Education Law Amendment (BELA) bill has ignited a political crisis in South Africa, threatening the Government of National Unity. Key provisions transferring school admissions and language policy control from governing bodies to provincial authorities have provoked fierce opposition from Afrikaans organisations, the DA, and FF+. With mounting tensions and political stakes high, President Ramaphosa faces a critical decision by December 13.

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