South Africa's ANC Faces Uncertain Future Amid Election Setback
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The African National Congress (ANC) has lost its parliamentary majority in South Africa's recent elections, securing only 40.18% of the vote. For the first time since the end of apartheid, the ANC will need to form a coalition to govern. Voter turnout was the lowest in the country's democratic history at 58.64%. The Democratic Alliance (DA) and other parties will play crucial roles in the coalition talks. Current President Cyril Ramaphosa's future is uncertain as some opposition parties demand his removal as a condition for coalition support.
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- South Africa's ANC calls demands for President Ramaphosa to step down for coalition talks a 'no-go' The Associated Press
- South Africa's ANC Starts Alliance Talks, Says Ramaphosa to Stay Bloomberg
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