BER Political Comment

Forecasts
Indices
Surveys
Publications & data
Research

BER Political Comment

In-depth analysis of important political developments in South Africa, with a focus on their broader economic and policy implications. These notes are exclusive to Premium Insights clients and provide space for deeper dives into specific political events, trends and themes. For more regular updates on political developments, see the BER Weekly Review.

Back to Documents

LGE QUICK TAKES: Reform or ruin? South Africa's cities face a coalition reckoning

Date Uploaded: November 04 2026 07:30


As South Africans head to the polls, attention turns to what the election results will mean for the future of local government, particularly in the country's economically important metropolitan areas. In the first of our LGE Quick Takes, BER political analyst Natasha Marrian examines the choices facing the ANC and DA, the potential shape of post-election coalitions and the implications for governance and reform. Throughout the election period, LGE Quick Takes will provide timely analysis of emerging results, political developments and coalition negotiations, unpacking what they mean for South Africa's political and economic outlook.