South Africa Votes in Historic, Closely Contested Election
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South Africans are voting in a crucial election that could see the African National Congress (ANC) lose its majority for the first time in 30 years, potentially leading to a coalition government. President Cyril Ramaphosa remains confident in the ANC, while opposition leader John Steenhuisen sees it as a chance for change. Former President Jacob Zuma's new party, uMkhonto weSizwe, is also in the fray. The election highlights growing political fragmentation and disillusionment, especially among younger voters.
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