South Africa: Political parties
At a Glance
19-11-2015
Though weakened by allegations of corruption and inefficiency in service delivery after its two decades in power, the ruling African National Congress (ANC) continues to dominate the political scene, despite winning fewer votes in the most recent elections (2014). The highly fragmented opposition now faces an uphill struggle in challenging the ANC and offering a political alternative for the country, which is affected by deep socioeconomic divisions, 25% unemployment, a high crime rate and prevalent corruption.
At a Glance
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- Africa
- allocation of seats
- bicameral system
- economic geography
- electoral procedure and voting
- electoral system
- GEOGRAPHY
- interparliamentary relations
- national parliament
- parliament
- political majority
- political opposition
- political parties
- political party
- political situation
- POLITICS
- politics and public safety
- South Africa