The grand coalition offers many opportunities in terms of governance, but there may be issues for the parties’ support base. The concern about coalition politics has always been about how these alliances may go against voters’ ideals. The ANC’s supporters have already voiced their dismay at the party aligning with the DA. On the surface, these two parties are diametrically opposed on policies, but recent years have shown that they have more in common. Is this coalition going to hurt both parties in the next elections?

Guests:

– Dr Saths Cooper, anti-apartheid activist
– Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa spokesperson