ANC Wins Only 30.76 Per Cent of Votes in Its Worst Election Result

Published 2026-11-08

The African National Congress (ANC) has received 30.76 per cent of the votes in a recent election, its lowest result since the party came to power in South Africa in 1994. The figure was reported by Club of Mozambique, which described it as the worst result in the party's history.

The ANC has governed South Africa since the end of apartheid, when Nelson Mandela led the party to victory in the first democratic election. For three decades, it has won the largest share of votes in every national election. A result of 30.76 per cent means that the party has lost a large amount of support among voters, and it is now much less popular than it was in the past.

The result matters for ordinary South Africans because the ANC's share of the vote affects how the country is governed. When no single party wins a clear majority, parties often need to form coalitions, which means working with other parties to run the government. Such agreements can change which policies are given priority, including those on jobs, housing, and public services.

Political analysts say that voters' decisions reflect many concerns, such as unemployment, electricity supply, and corruption. The ANC has faced criticism over these issues for several years. Party leaders have not yet responded in full to the figures, and further details about the election are expected in the coming days.

For now, the result marks a significant moment in South African politics. Citizens and observers will be watching closely to see how the ANC responds and how the country's political landscape changes in the period ahead.

Sources: Club of Mozambique

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