The ANC is considering dropping its coalition with the DA ahead of municipal elections, as internal pressure mounts. Most ANC leaders argue the party should not engage with the DA in any hung municipalities following the polls.
The anti-DA sentiment within the ANC has intensified, with many leaders calling for the party to avoid collaboration with the DA in areas where neither holds a clear majority. This shift comes as the ANC and DA continue to share power under the GNU, a coalition formed after the 2017 elections.
Some former supporters of the GNU, which has historically included both parties, now advocate for the ANC to ignore the DA’s influence in local governance. This stance reflects growing frustration over perceived power imbalances and policy disagreements.
The decision to distance from the DA follows a series of internal discussions and public statements from ANC officials. While no formal announcement has been made, the pressure to re-evaluate the coalition is increasing ahead of the upcoming elections.
This development marks a significant shift in ANC strategy, signaling a potential realignment in South African politics. The outcome of the municipal elections could further influence the party’s stance on coalition-building in the future.
