South Africa’s DA Sees Ruling Coalition Weathering New Rift

South Africa’s second-biggest party reiterated its intention to remain within the fractious coalition government, saying its continued participation had the backing of most of its members and should boost its support in next year’s municipal elections.

The 10-party coalition was formed 13 months ago after the African National Congress failed to secure a parliamentary majority in a national vote for the first time since apartheid ended in 1994. The ANC has since clashed repeatedly with the Democratic Alliance, its main rival, over policy and appointments, raising doubts over whether the so-called government of national unity will remain intact.