The African National Congress government faces its toughest test ever in national elections.
South Africa is preparing for landmark elections.
The government African National Congress (ANC) has been in power for 30 years, but its dominance over South African politics may be waning.
Millions of voters say they are disillusioned and the country’s unemployment rate is the highest in the world.
Violent crime is on the rise, with the latest police statistics showing someone is killed every 20 minutes.
And recurring power outages hurt businesses.
The ANC remains the most popular party, but its support base is declining.
So, has the one-party majority had its way?
Could Wednesday’s elections usher in a new political landscape, with rival parties forming coalitions to govern?
Presenter:
Elizabeth Puranam
Guests:
Crystal Orderson – Journalist and host of Cape Talk radio station
Lesego Makhubela – Spokesperson for the ruling African National Congress in Gauteng province
Nqabayomzi Kwankwa – Opposition MP from the centre-left United Democratic Movement
