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People look at the ANC "With horror and shame"

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Nicholas Lorimer and Terence Corrigan discuss the growing evidence that the ANC is in big trouble in the next municipal election. They also discuss a shocking lack of resources in the South African Police Service and a legacy of broken promises in the Limpopo village.
25 Aug 2025 10AM English South Africa News Commentary · Politics

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