Opposition Political Parties to Join Forces to Remove ANC From Power in 2024 Elections

• Opposition political parties met in Cape Town to discuss the possibility of forming a coalition government
• With the aim of removing the African National Congress (ANC) from power, the parties set aside their differences
• This comes after President Cyril Ramaphosa was called to form an independent panel to assist coalitions

CAPE TOWN - Several opposition parties plan to work together to remove the ANC from power.

The political parties met in Cape Town to discuss the possibility of forming a coalition government. This comes ahead of the national general elections next year.

Among those in attendance were Democratic Alliance Chief Whip Siviwe Gwarube and Economic Freedom Fighters Member of Parliament Nazier Paulsen. According to SABC News, the Inkatha Freedom Party’s Alphas Buthelezi also participated in the discussion.

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During the meeting, the attendees said the formation of a coalition government is essential for the country. They are willing to work together with a focus on improving the lives of the poor and the working class.

Coalition government sparks concerns

However, the proper functioning of a coalition government has been often questioned, with many concerned about whether various political parties are able to work together. This comes after there have been several instances of in-fighting in the cities of Johannesburg and Tshwane.

In response to these issues, Good Governance Africa called for President Cyril Ramaphosa and Cabinet to assemble an independent panel to assist coalitions. The Mail & Guardian reported that the panel would be tasked with assessing the limitations of coalitions to strengthen their effectiveness.

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IFP shuts down prospects of coalitions with EFF and ANC, leaving Mzansi annoyed: “It will never work”

Briefly News also reported that the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) shut down the possibility of forming a coalition government with the ANC and EFF.

During a media briefing on Monday, 30 January, the IFP slammed the ANC for the country’s failures and accused the EFF of flip-flopping. The remarks were made after the Red Berets recently cut ties with the IFP.

After the political parties cut ties, the IFP would require support from other parties in eight municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal.

Source: Briefly News