Coalition Government

ANC DA coalition tested VAT Increase dispute reveals power dynamics in GNU

Coalition tensions rise as DA challenges VAT hike in court

The Democratic Alliance has lost significant negotiating power within the Government of National Unity after pursuing legal action against the controversial 0.5% VAT increase, political analysts warned today. This development comes as the Treasury faces a looming deadline to find alternative revenue
April 9, 2025
South Africa Johannesburg 25 January 2025 The African National Congress ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa delivers his opening remarks at the party s annual National Lekgotla

Ramaphosa Defends ANC Policies In Unity Government

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa declared the ANC will push forward with its policy agenda within the government of national unity, particularly focusing on land expropriation without compensation, despite strong resistance from coalition partner Democratic Alliance. Speaking at the ANC’s NEC lekgotla
January 26, 2025