South Africa’s new coalition government, formed between President Cyril Ramaphosa’s ANC and the opposition DA, has sparked mixed reactions. While touted as a symbol of unity post-apartheid, it has also revived racial tensions among Black South Africans uncomfortable with a white-led party in power, even in coalition. The DA, rooted in anti-apartheid movements, faces scrutiny over past racial controversies, highlighting ongoing racial sensitivities. Criticism from parties like the EFF underscores deep-seated socioeconomic frustrations, alleging the coalition reinforces white economic dominance.
South Africa’s Coalition Government: Unity Amid Racial Divides
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