By Marcus Moloko
The African National Congress (ANC) in Gauteng is navigating one of its most precarious political landscapes since the advent of coalition politics.
With Premier Panyaza Lesufi leading a minority government, the ANC faces mounting pressure to secure support for the provincial budget and stabilise governance in Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni, according to various reports.
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At the heart of the challenge is the refusal of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) to back ANC proposals.
EFF leader Julius Malema recently declared that his party would not vote for any ANC‑led initiatives across Gauteng, leaving the ruling party scrambling for alternatives.
The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has also proven unpredictable, further complicating the ANC’s ability to pass legislation.
Against this backdrop, senior ANC figures, including secretary‑general Fikile Mbalula, have reportedly begun openly considering cooperation with the Democratic Alliance (DA).
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