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First results show South Africa's ANC headed to all-time election low with 32%

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Briefings

Partial results from South Africa's local elections on Friday revealed the African National Congress (ANC) facing its worst-ever election performance with 32% of the vote after 80% of votes had been counted. This outcome marks a significant decline for the ruling party, which had previously held a majority in the National Assembly. The low vote share indicates a potential shift in voter sentiment or a strategic electoral defeat for the ANC in its primary constituency.

Key points

• The African National Congress (ANC) received 32% of the votes in South Africa's local elections.
• 80% of the total votes had been counted before the partial results were released.

Context

South Africa's local elections are a critical component of the country's democratic process, determining the composition of local councils and influencing broader national politics. The ANC's performance in local elections often signals its standing in the national political landscape.

Limitations

Results are partial as only 80% of votes were counted, meaning the final outcome may differ. The 32% figure is based on the partial count and does not reflect the full election outcome.

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