South Africa's four main political parties are in the final stretch of campaigning ahead of a crucial election that could mark a significant turning point for the country. The African National Congress (ANC), which has been in power since the end of apartheid in 1994, is facing unprecedented pressure to maintain its parliamentary majority in Africa's most advanced nation.
Recent polls indicate that the ANC's support may fall below 50%, potentially necessitating the formation of a national coalition government. This would be a historic development for South Africa's young democracy, which was established just three decades ago following the end of apartheid.
