South Africa's political marriage of convenience avoids divorce - just
Published: 7/3/2025

South Africa's political marriage of convenience between the ANC and DA faces challenges but continues to avoid divorce for the sake of South African voters. The Government of National Unity (GNU) has faced public tensions, with the recent sacking of a DA minister sparking further discord. Despite ideological differences, the unlikely alliance between President Cyril Ramaphosa and DA leader John Steenhuisen aims to stabilize the political landscape but struggles with communication breakdowns and power struggles within the coalition government.