Political analyst Siyabonga Hadebe has stated that the decline of South Africa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC) is now inevitable. He points to internal issues like corruption, factional fighting, and the challenges of coalition politics as key reasons for the party’s erosion.
Hadebe argued that the ANC has reached a breaking point and has become “incapable of self-correction.” He further suggested that the party’s collapse may not be entirely accidental, hinting at broader political forces at play.
“The question we must ask is: who benefits from the ANC’s collapse? Because someone always does,” he noted.
With local elections approaching in 2026, Hadebe warns that the end of ANC dominance may be near. However, he also cautions that this could create a power vacuum, potentially leading to political instability rather than a smooth transition.
His comments have sparked online debate, with many discussing whether the party’s downfall is due to its own failures or is being influenced by external forces seeking to reshape the country’s political landscape.