ANC-DA coalition prospects in Johannesburg hinge on trust amid rivalry

The article examines the possibility of an ANC-DA coalition to govern Johannesburg after the 2026 local elections, highlighting that while both parties may need each other to form a majority, deep-seated rivalries, personality clashes, and fears of political betrayal could undermine any pact. The outcome remains uncertain, but a coalition would mark a significant shift in South African municipal politics.