GNU coalition endures | ANC refuses to expel DA over VAT increase opposition

By Thabo Makwakwa | Published Apr 8, 2025

The ANC has decided to maintain its coalition with the DA within the GNU despite significant tensions over the controversial 0. 5% VAT increase. Political analysts describe this as a 'marriage of inconvenience' with both parties pursuing different agendas while opposition to the tax hike continues to mount.