LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026 OP-ED: More coalitions are coming, with power and kingmaking the name of the game
Legislation to manage coalitions won’t be passed before the 4 November local elections, so the prevailing coalition cultures are our best guide to the future of SA’s post-election local governments.
In the lead-up to the 4 November local elections in South Africa, a growing trend of coalition governments is anticipated. The prevailing coalition cultures, shaped by past experiences of governing and lapses in local government, are our best indicators of what to expect for post-election local governments in the country. With legislation to manage coalitions still in the works, the current coalition cultures will play a significant role in shaping the future of local government in South Africa ahead of the LGE2026.
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