South African Politics: The Significance of the Government of National Unity
22 October 2024 – 21:38
The recent shift in South African politics has seen the African National Congress (ANC) facing a loss of absolute power, leading to the formation of a coalition government known as the Government of National Unity (GNU). While the ANC may view this as a tactical move to retain some control, it represents a significant reset of power dynamics in the country.
Despite the ANC still being the majority party, the shift signifies a substantial territorial gain for the opposition. The ANC’s performance at the polls, though at 40%, was derived from a low voter turnout, indicating the need for alliances to govern effectively.