Politics 10 November 2026, 05:50

Who will control Tshwane after the hung council result? Analyst weighs in

The DA is Tshwane’s largest party after the 2026 local government election, but it needs coalition partners to secure a majority. ActionSA’s 48 seats make it a central player in negotiations before the new council is constituted.

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