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Complicated coalition talks ahead in South Africa after ANC loses majority

In this edition: South Africa prepares for complicated coalition talks after the ANC lost its historic majority in parliament over the weekend. Also, dozens of African heads of state head to Seoul for a summit aimed at deepening ties with South Korea. Plus we head to Ethiopia, where the Tigray…

South Africa election: ANC’s lost majority ushers in a new era of coalition politics

South Africa election: ANC’s lost majority ushers in a new era of coalition politics

From the moment this year’s South African general election was called, through the whole campaign, the main question everyone here was asking was whether the African National Congress (ANC) could extend its 30-year rule.

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South Africa’s ANC faces tough decisions after losing majority

South Africa’s ANC faces tough decisions after losing majority

Party will have to pick coalition partners and then try to reform itself in response to declining support

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South Africa: coalition government won’t fix past failures – expect the private sector to play a bigger role in delivering power, transport and security

To help save the planet, governments across the globe are choosing to adopt sustainable policies and encourage (or coerce) the private sector to do likewise. Given the climate crisis, most responsible governments are focusing on finding every possible means to meet existing needs without sacrificing the planet to meet the…

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Zuma's boycott of election results forces ANC to consider coalition with Malema

As South African President Cyril Ramaphosa urges unity and open dialogue about the upcoming coalition, former President Jacob Zuma boycotted the results ceremony. Despite finishing third, Zuma's uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party has refused to acknowledge the results. However, the party may still hold significant influence over the country's future.

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South Africa general election results: What was the vote share and will there be a new leader?

The ANC lost its majority for the first time in 30 years, gaining just 159 seats in the 400-seat parliament

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Race to form South Africa’s next government: Who will the ANC ally with?

The governing party has a range of potential partners. But early negotiations suggest that no deal would be easy.

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The ANC’s total supremacy in South Africa is over. Now a healthier future can begin

The ANC’s total supremacy in South Africa is over. Now a healthier future can begin

After years of scandal and poor governance, the people are right to want checks and balances, and new voices, says Alexis Akwagyiram, managing editor of Semafor Africa

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Monday briefing: Is there any saving Sunak’s election bid?

Monday briefing: Is there any saving Sunak’s election bid?

In today’s newsletter: The Conservative campaign has been a roadshow of ridicule – and we’ve only just begun. Here’s what they urgently need to fix

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South Africa's Ramaphosa Urges Unity After Historic ANC Setback

South Africa's Ramaphosa Urges Unity After Historic ANC Setback

President Cyril Ramaphosa urged South African party leaders to work together in the public interest Sunday, after his ANC lost its 30-year-old governing majority in a bruising general election. But, in a sign of possible turmoil to come, graft-tainted former President Jacob Zuma boycotted the results ceremony.

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South African elections: What to know ahead of unprecedented coalition talks

South African elections: What to know ahead of unprecedented coalition talks

South Africa's election has decided little, other than the African National Congress that liberated the country from apartheid in 1994 has lost its 30-year majority.

South Africa’s Ramaphosa calls for unity after his ANC loses majority

South Africa’s Ramaphosa calls for unity after his ANC loses majority

The African National Congress has lost the country’s elections for the first time in 30 years.

Final results in seismic South Africa election confirm ANC has lost majority

Final results in seismic South Africa election confirm ANC has lost majority

ANC says demands that President Cyril Ramaphosa must step down is ‘no-go area’ as rival Jacob Zuma stokes fears of violence

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S.Africa's ANC To Start Coalition Talks After Bruising Vote

S.Africa's ANC To Start Coalition Talks After Bruising Vote

South Africa's ruling ANC said Sunday that it would enter talks with other parties to form a new government, after losing its three-decade-old absolute majority in a watershed election.

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South Africa heads for coalition talks after ANC loses 30-year majority

South Africa's African National Congress (ANC) is preparing to enter talks with other parties to share power for the first time, after losing its three-decade majority in a watershed election.

ANC Refuses Demands For Ramaphosa To Step Down

Learn about South Africa's ANC facing coalition negotiations post-election setback and its determination to maintain Ramaphosa's leadership.

South Africa elections final results: What happens next?

The ANC has lost its parliamentary majority and will need coalition partners to form a government.

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Uncertain times for South Africa’s foreign policy as country heads for coalition government

After South Africa’s 29 May election, the African National Congress has lost the electoral majority it held for 30 years, but remains the party with the highest number of seats in parliament. This makes it a key partner in the formation of a coalition government.

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Evening Standard

ANC party on course to lose majority in South Africa's election for first time in three decades

Party receives 40% of vote but will need to form coalition

International Business Times

'No Alternative': Ramaphosa's SAfrica Future Hangs In The Balance

It was predicted to go badly but turned out to be worse: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa led the ANC to its worst election result since the end of apartheid, one which threatens his survival.

Can South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa survive the ANC’s election setback?

The governing party must form a coalition government but some opposition parties want the president out of the picture.

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South Africa's ANC Loses Majority, Seeks Coalition

South Africa's ruling ANC awaited the imminent confirmation on Saturday that it had lost its three-decade-old absolute majority and would have to find allies if it is to remain in power.

South Africa’s ANC party loses its 30-year majority in landmark election result

The African National Congress party lost its parliamentary majority in a historic election result Saturday that puts South Africa on a new political path for the first time since the end of the apartheid system of white minority rule 30 years ago.

ANC Faces Potential Loss Of Parliamentary Majority In South Africa

South Africa's ANC faces potential loss of parliamentary majority in recent election, signaling desire for change and new directions in leadership.

South Africa elections live results 2024: By the numbers on day 3

Results show the ruling ANC will lose its majority and be forced to seek coalition partners.

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