LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026: ANC faces coalition scramble after electoral rout as control of key metros slips away

Newseze Wire·Sat, Nov 7, 9:29 PMWire: Daily Maverick

With councils due to convene within 14 days, the ANC must choose between coalition deals, opposition and uneasy partnerships to retain municipal influence.

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LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026: ANC faces coalition scramble after electoral rout as control of key metros slips away

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