South Africa: New Era?

The article is devoted to the general elections in South Africa, held on May 29, 2024 and their consequences. For the first time in 30 years after the dismantling of the apartheid regime, the African National Congress did not achieve a majority in parliament and had to look for cooperation with the parties that were in opposition. As a result, Cyril Ramaphosa was re-elected as president, and after difficult and long negotiations, on June 30, the formation of the Government of National Unity was announced. It was supported by 11 political parties, including the Democratic Alliance, which previously was the main opposition force. However, other major political parties - the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) and the Umkhonto We Sizwe party headed by former South African President Jacob Zuma - found themselves outside of it.