Ramaphosa Calls for Unity Amid ANC's Election Setback
TL;DR
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa acknowledged the African National Congress (ANC) faced a challenging election, losing its majority for the first time since apartheid ended. The ANC won 159 seats, down from 230, and must now form a coalition government. Ramaphosa called the results a victory for democracy and urged rival parties to find common ground. The Democratic Alliance (DA) is open to coalition talks but opposes key ANC policies. Former President Jacob Zuma's MK party, which came third, may also play a crucial role in coalition negotiations.
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