ANC Insiders Exposed: The Shöcking Plot To Boot DA Out Of Government Revealed

South Africa’s African National Congress (ANC) is reportedly considering a major political shake-up following its disappointing performance in the 2026 municipal elections, with growing questions emerging over the future of its partnership with the Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Government of National Unity (GNU).

The ANC’s electoral support dropped to approximately 30.8%, marking a significant decline from the 45.59% it secured during the 2021 local government elections. The results have triggered fresh discussions within the governing party about its political direction, coalition arrangements and strategy for rebuilding public confidence.

Some ANC leaders are reportedly unhappy with the party’s partnership with the DA, arguing that the arrangement may have contributed to its declining electoral support. There are concerns within certain sections of the organisation that working alongside the DA has made it difficult for the ANC to maintain its traditional political identity and distinguish itself from its coalition partner.

The growing dissatisfaction has reportedly strengthened calls for the ANC to reconsider its relationship with the DA and explore alternative political partnerships.

Among the parties being considered is ActionSA, led by Herman Mashaba. The party has increasingly become an important player in South African coalition politics, particularly following its performance in several major metropolitan municipalities.

Interestingly, the ANC has already opened discussions with ActionSA following the municipal elections. ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula met with ActionSA representatives on November 8 to discuss possible cooperation and coalition arrangements.

However, discussions surrounding municipal coalition governments should not automatically be interpreted as confirmation that ActionSA will replace the DA in the national government.

The DA remains a major partner in the GNU, which was established following the 2024 national elections after the ANC lost its parliamentary majority.

Meanwhile, the latest election results have placed additional pressure on the ANC leadership to explain the party’s declining support. The organisation has experienced a steady electoral decline over several election cycles, raising concerns about its ability to retain its position as South Africa’s dominant political force.

ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula previously described the party’s performance in the 2026 municipal elections as catastrophic, acknowledging that the results reflected serious challenges that required urgent attention.

The party is expected to undertake an internal assessment of its electoral performance and consider its options regarding future coalition arrangements.

For now, the future of the ANC-DA partnership remains a significant political question. Whether the ANC eventually chooses to strengthen its relationship with ActionSA, maintain its existing partnership with the DA or pursue another political arrangement could have major implications for South Africa’s political landscape.

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