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South Africa's ANC slumps to worst-ever election result

South Africa's ANC slumps to worst-ever election result

Summary

South Africa’s African National Congress won 30.76 percent of the vote in municipal elections, its worst-ever election result, the electoral commission said Sunday. No party won outright in many municipalities, setting up coalition talks over governing several major cities.

Key Facts

  • The African National Congress (ANC) received 30.76 percent of the vote in municipal elections.
  • The result was the ANC’s worst-ever electoral performance.
  • South Africa’s electoral commission announced the result on Sunday.
  • No party won an outright majority in many municipalities.
  • Multiparty coalition negotiations are expected over the government of several major cities.
  • The ANC has dominated South African politics since the end of apartheid.
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