JULIUS MALEMA DRAWS A HARD LINE: EFF WILL NOT ENTER INTO COALITION GOVERNMENTS WITH THE DA OR FREEDOM FRONT PLUS IN MUNICIPALITIES!.
EFF leader Julius Malema has made his position clear on the party’s coalition plans following the 2026 local government elections, ruling out any municipal coalition arrangements with the Democratic Alliance (DA) and the Freedom Front Plus (FF Plus).
Malema’s position signals that the EFF is not prepared to share municipal power with the two parties, regardless of the political negotiations taking place across the country.
The announcement could have significant implications for municipalities where no political party has secured enough seats to govern independently, making coalition agreements essential for establishing stable administrations.
With several parties competing for control of municipalities, the EFF’s decision could influence which political formations eventually take charge of local councils.
The development also raises questions about the future of coalition politics in South Africa and whether parties will be willing to compromise to secure municipal leadership.