South Africa is now more likely than ever to form a coalition government after this year's national elections, according to a new opinion poll.
The poll, conducted by the Brenthurst Foundation, shows significant interest in a multiparty coalition that combines the votes of the Democratic Alliance (DA), Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), Action SA and Freedom Front Plus (FF+). It has been found. United Independence Movement (UIM).
The survey, which is based on in-depth interviews, also found that President Cyril Ramaphosa's favorability rating has fallen to 42% from 48% last year.
Professor David Everatt, who carried out the research, said: “Interestingly, we believe the Western Cape may be occupied by coalition forces as the DA has fallen below 50%. KwaZulu-Natal is clearly It is out of the reach of the ANC. We think it is supported by 20% of its supporters and it looks like the DA, IFP, other coalitions or even a multi-party charter, but they If they act that way, they will be in charge.”
“In Gauteng, the ANC is 35th, so they still have a say in terms of deciding who to form a coalition with. Next is the Free State, where the ANC is a little stronger with 41, and the Northern Cape with 42. .”
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