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Magashule-Zuma Alliance Shakes Up SA Politics as ACT and MK Party Merge

May 4, 2025
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In a move that has stunned political observers and reshaped the dynamics of South Africa’s political landscape, former ANC Secretary General Ace Magashule has announced a merger between his African Congress for Transformation (ACT) and the MK Party, led by former President Jacob Zuma.

The announcement comes at a time of increasing turbulence within the ANC, as internal divisions and factional battles continue to weaken the party’s cohesion ahead of national elections. Magashule, who was expelled from the ANC amid corruption allegations, launched ACT in 2023 as a direct challenge to the ruling party. His alliance with Zuma’s MK Party—often criticised for its regional and ethnic leanings—raises both eyebrows and strategic questions.

NEWS: The MK Party backed by former President Jacob Zuma will form a working relationship with ACT (African Congress for Transformation) led by Ace Magashule, the former secretary-general of the ANC. The full details regarding their “pact” will be announced tomorrow in…

— Sihle Mavuso (@ZANewsFlash) January 11, 2024

A Merger of Discontent or Strategy?

Critics have noted that both Zuma and Magashule carry heavy political baggage, including ongoing legal challenges and widespread public perception of corruption. For many, this raises concerns about the credibility of their new coalition and its appeal beyond traditional ANC dissident bases.

However, supporters of the merger argue that it may tap into a growing wave of disillusionment with the ANC, especially in areas where dissatisfaction with service delivery, unemployment, and corruption runs deep. Analysts suggest that the new alliance could consolidate pockets of opposition and fracture the ANC’s base even further, especially in KwaZulu-Natal and parts of the Free State—both regions where Zuma and Magashule retain influence.

Reactions Mixed Amid Political Uncertainty

Reactions to the merger have been mixed across social media and political commentary platforms. While some view it as a desperate attempt by two embattled leaders to stay politically relevant, others see it as a potentially disruptive force in South African politics.

“The ANC is facing an insurgency from within,” one political analyst noted. “This merger is not just symbolic—it’s a manifestation of the ANC’s deep-rooted crisis of identity and legitimacy.”

The ANC has yet to officially respond to the merger announcement, but sources within the party have expressed concern over its potential to erode electoral support.

Looking Ahead

As the 2026 national elections draw closer, the ACT-MK merger introduces a new layer of complexity. Whether this alliance can translate into meaningful electoral support remains to be seen—but it underscores the ANC’s increasingly precarious hold on its traditional support base.

For now, South Africa’s political future looks more fragmented and unpredictable than ever.

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