South Africa's ANC on track for big drop in voter support in municipal vote
Early counts show the ANC losing ground as voters punish service failures and corruption, with coalition talks likely in major cities.
- On Friday, the African National Congress faced mounting losses in local elections as opposition parties gained ground across South Africa. The Electoral Commission reported tight races in major cities like Johannesburg and Tshwane.
- During the last local government elections in 2021, the ANC received over 45% of the national vote, but recent results indicate steady decline. The party is now struggling in urban centers and rural municipalities where it previously enjoyed strong support.
- With 76% of votes counted nationally, the ANC garnered nearly 31% of the total, lagging behind rival parties in key battlegrounds. The Democratic Alliance and ActionSA are successfully eating into the party's traditional vote share.
- ANC spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu acknowledged the party's significant voter support losses on Friday, while Democratic Alliance leader Geordin Hill-Lewis stated the party is considering potential coalition governments. No party appears assured of an outright majority.
- Political analyst Sandile Mnguni noted voters "are no longer voting out of loyalty," as they prioritize performance over party affiliation. Parties must learn from the ANC's fate, he added, because failing to deliver services will lead to similar electoral consequences.
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South Africa's ANC party on track to face 'nightmare' losses in municipal elections
South Africa's African National Congress party could face its worst-ever election result on Friday, with early counting suggesting it received only 32% of the vote in the country’s municipal elections. Over two-thirds of votes have been counted so far, and the final results are expected later in the day.
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