ANC Veteran Lindiwe Sisulu Opposes ANC-DA Coalition Talks

Former ANC minister and veteran Lindiwe Sisulu has voiced strong opposition to the ongoing coalition talks between the ANC and DA, citing ideological differences and a lack of shared values as major barriers to collaboration.

In an interview with the SABC, Sisulu emphasized that the ANC and DA do not align on core issues, making a potential coalition unviable in her view.

Sisulu highlighted the ANC’s recent electoral losses as a sign of the party’s failure to deliver on its promises to the electorate, suggesting that a new approach is necessary to regain voter confidence.

Expressing her reservations about partnering with the DA, Sisulu pointed out clear disparities in the Western Cape and stressed the importance of finding allies who can help the ANC fulfill its commitments.

Instead of considering a coalition with the DA, Sisulu proposed forming partnerships with other ‘black parties’ like the MK Party or IFP to secure a majority in parliament, underscoring the need for unity among parties that represent a diverse spectrum of the population.

DA leader John Steenhuisen, on the other hand, has framed the coalition talks as a strategic move to avoid a potential crisis, emphasizing the importance of stability, growth, and adherence to constitutional principles.

Steenhuisen mentioned the Multi-party Charter as a framework for constructive engagement and emphasized the goal of upholding the rule of law and promoting the well-being of South Africans.

As the coalition discussions continue, the diverging perspectives of Sisulu and Steenhuisen highlight the complexities and challenges of political cooperation in post-election South Africa.

The ongoing debates around coalition formation are closely monitored by various stakeholders and observers, with the outcomes expected to shape the country’s political landscape in the coming months.