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Real Politics: the ANC rebels out to kill the GNU
A growing anti-unity government faction inside the ANC is gaining ground and could destabilise national politics before the 2027 conference…
Zille at 39% for Jozi, ANC voters want Motsepe
Patrice Motsepe looks like a shoo-in for the ANC presidency come its electoral conference in 2027 – should he opt to run…
Real Politics: what Iran reveals about South Africa’s GNU problem
South Africa’s unity government must use the Iran war to forge a pragmatic foreign policy that protects jobs, trade and credibility over ideology…
Real Politics: Hill-Lewis might just be the reset the DA needs
The Cape Town mayor is the frontrunner to lead the DA. His governance record is strong – but broadening the party’s base won’t be…
Dear John … what comes next for the DA?
The DA leader has announced he won’t be standing for re-election come April. Former party CEO Jonathan Moakes on what this means…
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