SA election updates: ANC falls short of majority with 90% votes counted

News Writer

Preliminary results from South Africa’s recent elections indicate a significant shift in the nation’s political landscape.

With over 90 percent of the votes counted, the ruling African National Congress (ANC) is poised to lead but is falling short of securing a majority.

The ANC, which has dominated South African politics since the end of apartheid, now faces the possibility of forming a coalition government if it cannot surpass the 50 percent threshold.

This development marks a potential turning point for the party, which has seen its support wane in recent years amid various challenges and scandals.

The Democratic Alliance (DA) is currently in second place, reflecting steady support for the main opposition party.

Meanwhile, the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party, led by former President Jacob Zuma, has made a surprising entrance into the political arena, securing the third position in the vote count.

The final official results are expected to be announced by Sunday, but the current standings suggest that the ANC will need to negotiate alliances with other parties to retain its hold on power.

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