According to Times Live, as the sixth administration of the ANC-led government nears its conclusion, ANC member Naledi Pandor advocates for the re-election of Cyril Ramaphosa and the ANC, emphasizing the need to maintain ideological coherence within the party. Pandor, who holds the position of minister of international relations and co-operation in Ramaphosa’s cabinet, asserts that the ANC has significantly transformed South Africa for the better. She expresses confidence in Ramaphosa’s leadership, citing his actions against corruption and his efforts to revitalize the ANC. Pandor warns against the potential disruptions that a coalition government could bring, arguing that it would impede the party’s ability to drive transformation and make decisive decisions.
Meanwhile, anticipation builds as the Electoral Commission of South Africa prepares to announce the new government later this week, with vote counting set to commence after the conclusion of voting on Wednesday night. Despite the ANC’s historical dominance in national elections, voter support for the party has been steadily declining since 2009. While they secured 57.5% of the votes in the previous elections, further erosion of support is anticipated, with the possibility of a coalition government looming on the horizon, according to some forecasts.
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