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There has been nothing remarkable about the government of national unity’s first year in office, but the steadying of the ship has been invaluable. Photo: GCIS
2024 SOUTH AFRICAN ELECTIONS

DA not ‘walking away’ after talks with ANC to rescue coalition

The parties remain divided over an increase in VAT, which the DA says South Africans cannot afford

  • Mandisa Makgakga
  • Emsie Ferreira
5 min read
The government of national unity. Photo: @Presidency/ZA/X
2024 SOUTH AFRICAN ELECTIONS

ANC, DA confirm meeting to try and save coalition, but offer little detail

The stand-off between the two parties dates back to 19 February when DA leader John Steenhuisen made clear the party would not support a national budget that proposed a two…

  • MG Reporter
3 min read