The ANC is projected to lose its outright grip on several provinces in the 2024 elections. (Alfonso Nqunjana/News24)
- After 97.84% of the votes were counted, the ANC had just over 40% of the national vote.
- Several new parties are likely to obtain seats in Parliament.
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It’s almost official: with 97.84% of the votes captured, the ANC had 40.12% of the national vote. The DA has 21.74%, while uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) is set to replace the EFF as the third-biggest party. Voter turnout is estimated at 58.59%.
The ANC is expected to lose its grip on several provinces, with a variety of smaller parties gaining seats in Parliament. The Seventh Parliament will see a significant shift in party representation.
As coalition talks loom, the political landscape is poised for change. Stay tuned for more updates as results continue to unfold.