South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has been re-elected for a second term following a tightly contested parliamentary vote. With the ANC losing its majority, a momentous coalition government has been formed, stirring a new era in the nation's politics. This landmark agreement has brought together parties with distinct ideologies, promising both unity and potential challenges ahead.
The ANC has led South Africa since 1994 — now more than ever its choices shape jobs, crime policy, and daily life.
If you want quick, clear updates on the ANC’s moves, protests, leadership fights, or policy changes, this tag collects them in one place.
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Fast headlines, short explainers, and links to deeper reads. We focus on what affects people now: power cuts, jobs, service delivery, corruption probes, and election shifts. No jargon, just what matters.
Who runs the ANC right now? Leaders change often. That matters because coalitions inside the party decide cabinet posts, local projects, and budget priorities. Watch faction battles closely: they predict which policies will survive and which will fade. We point out key players and whose clout is rising or falling.
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Why should you care? Because ANC actions touch petrol prices, school funding, and the police. When the party reshuffles, projects stall or speed up. Local elections send signals about national mood, so we track both.
How we cover stories: short summaries up front, background in two lines, and what to watch next. If a legal case drops, we explain the charge, likely outcome, and real world effects. If a policy shifts, we show who benefits or loses.
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Read the latest posts below to catch up fast. Want a deep dive? Use our explainer tag for multi-part reads on major ANC issues. This tag covers national headlines, provincial politics, and municipal stories. We also flag major court rulings and budget announcements. Expect fact checks, timelines, and short interviews with activists, union leaders, and policymakers.
If you're new to South African politics, start with two pieces: a simple ANC history explainer and a recent timeline of scandals and reforms. They give the big picture in under 1,200 words.
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