ANC risks voter backlash over VAT hike ahead of critical 2026 local elections

The ANC needs the DA, but they won’t share the reins: William Saunderson-Meyer

The ANC relies on the DA to stabilise the GNU, yet refuses real power-sharing - risking political chaos, economic fallout, and rising voter discontent.

ANC risks voter backlash over VAT hike ahead of critical 2026 local elections

Leading parties ‘put SA first’ in renewed talks on VAT increases

ANC and DA say they have had frank, honest and constructive engagements on the way forward in the GNU

Mbalula Says ANC Bears Greater Responsibility Than DA to Run South Africa

ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula stated that if the DA wants South Africa to function, they “will come to the party.” The ANC has been engaging with various Government of National Unity (GNU) partners to stabilize a coalition strained by disagreements over the national budget. Recent discussions between the ANC and DA leadership were described as “constructive,” aimed at resolving the budget deadlock and reshaping the GNU. The two parties me…

Discussion | The ANC's efforts to save the GNU

Discussion | The ANC's efforts to save the GNU Janine2 Sun, 04/13/2025 - 16:58 Fikile Mbalula JOHANNESBURG - The Government of National Unity has been plagued with rumours of division and strife as parties negotiate an uneasy balance of power.The ANC seems determined to keep the political union intact, holding meetings with other parties over the weekend.The DA, one of the other major players in this coalition, made it clear on Saturday in an …