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RW Johnson: Why an ANC deal with the DA now makes the most sense

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Popular BizNews Premium columnist RW Johnson has been deeply involved in this year’s Election, working behind the scenes at broadcaster eNCA. Now the dust has settled, he outlines the key consequences - explaining why the ANC will partner with the DA; and an MK/IFP coalition work together to run an increasingly independent KZN. He spoke to BizNews editor Alec Hogg.

3 Jun 2024 10AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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