ANC records worst local-election result as coalition talks reshape South Africa’s municipalities

South Africa’s African National Congress (ANC), the country’s long-dominant governing party, recorded its worst-ever result in local elections, marking another low point in its gradual decline in popularity.²Backed by 2 sourcesAssociated PressBBC Voters’ dissatisfaction was linked in reporting to the ANC’s failure to deliver basic services, including water and electricity, while apathy also emerged as a notable feature of the election.¹Backed by 1 sourcesAssociated Press

The result has left coalition talks necessary or increasingly important in several municipalities, creating uncertainty over how local governments will be formed and run.¹Backed by 1 sourcescnbcafrica.com The ANC has also asked South Africa’s Electoral Commission to investigate alleged discrepancies in results from Gauteng and says it submitted about 35 formal objections before the electoral process concluded.¹Backed by 1 sourceselections.ewn.co.za