What’s So Bad About Coalitions?
29 Oct 2026
Are coalitions really as bad as some fear, or should we be celebrating them as a testament to democracy?
Are coalitions really as bad as some fear, or should we be celebrating them as a testament to democracy?
If the 2024 NPEs are any indication, the number of hung councils will likely increase in the upcoming 2026 LGEs
Unpacking the legislative, institutional and social dimensions of coalition governance ahead of South Africa’s 2026 Local Government Elections.
The rise in coalition governance is coinciding with the stalling of progress in women’s representation in legislative bodies
The decision to contest separately does not appear abrupt but rather the logical outcome of a merger that never fully transitioned from announcement to implementation
At the centre of the coalition turmoil lies a broader challenge of the perception that the ANC failed to consult its partners and took unilateral decisions
On 30 October 2025, ACCORD in partnership with the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) Northern Cape, convened a provincial seminar titled “Exploring the Architecture of Coalition Governance and Politics
Coalitions are no longer the exception, but a new norm
Community Leaders Call for Stronger Engagement in Local Governance
The importance of consultation within coalition governments