South African Opposition Pact Risks Unraveling Before Election
- Bloc’s members spar over possible tie-up with ANC after vote
- ActionSA leader touted as a potential presidential candidate
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A coalition of 11 South African opposition parties that aims to topple the African National Congress in next month’s election risks unraveling after its two biggest members suggested they may co-govern with the ruling party if there isn’t an outright winner.
ActionSA, a member of the Multi-Party Charter, said an ultimatum will be put to the Democratic Alliance and the Inkatha Freedom Party to publicly walk back on their comments that they would consider a tie-up with the ANC in the event that the bloc is unable to form a government, and if they fail to do so they should exit its ranks.