“Keep the DA Out” — Calls For Progressive Parties To Unite Before 2029 to Prevent White Presidency

A political call has emerged urging all provinces to prevent the Democratic Alliance (DA) from gaining greater political influence while encouraging progressive political parties to work towards unity ahead of the 2029 national elections.

The statement argues that provinces should adopt a common political position against working with the DA and instead focus on building cooperation among parties that identify with progressive political values.

The warning comes amid changing political dynamics following the 2026 Local Government Elections, which have reshaped South Africa’s political landscape and increased the importance of coalition negotiations.

With several municipalities facing complicated political arrangements, questions about which parties should work together have become increasingly important.

The call for provinces to keep the DA out of power reflects concerns among some political voices about the possibility of the party expanding its influence in government ahead of the next national elections.

The statement also places particular emphasis on the need for progressive political unity, arguing that parties should begin preparing for 2029 rather than allowing their differences to weaken their collective political position.

According to the argument, cooperation between progressive parties could help prevent a situation in which the DA becomes the dominant political force in the country’s future government.

The reference to the possibility of South Africa being led by a white president has added another dimension to the debate, bringing race, political representation and the country’s democratic future into the discussion.

The statement suggests that political parties should consider the broader consequences of their coalition decisions, particularly when entering into agreements that could influence national leadership.

However, the proposal raises difficult questions about how such unity could be achieved, considering the competing interests and ideological differences among parties such as the African National Congress (ANC), Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) and other political formations.

These parties have frequently disagreed over leadership, economic policy, governance and their respective approaches to political cooperation.

Recent election results have also demonstrated that South African voters are increasingly willing to shift their support between political parties, making coalition arrangements more complicated.

For progressive parties, building a united political front would require more than simply agreeing to oppose the DA. They would need to negotiate common policies, leadership arrangements and a shared vision for governing the country.

The DA, meanwhile, has continued to position itself as a major alternative in South African politics, particularly following its performance in recent elections.

Whether the proposed strategy gains support among political leaders remains uncertain. However, the message is clear: its supporters want provinces to reject cooperation with the DA and begin building alliances that could reshape the country’s political landscape before 2029.

The debate is likely to intensify as parties continue assessing the election results and positioning themselves for the next national political contest.