South Africa Marks One Year Since Forming Historic Unity Govt

One year has passed since the national and provincial elections, which resulted in no single party achieving a clear majority. The 2024 elections marked a turning point in South Africa’s political landscape, as the African National Congress (ANC) lost its parliamentary majority for the first time since the advent of democracy in 1994. This outcome led to the formation of a coalition government comprising ten other parties, known as the Government of National Unity (GNU).

Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, acknowledged that while the outcome initially brought some uncertainty, establishing the GNU within just 14 days was a significant milestone. She said its formation reflected a “shared commitment to putting the country first through dialogue and compromise.”