1 min readBy Naledi Mashishi
LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026: Cosatu breaks with exclusive ANC support to back left-wing ‘super pact’
By Naledi MashishiSouth Africa
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Following the reconvening of Cosatu’s elective conference, newly elected president Mike Shingange called for unity with the ANC and SACP, while opening the door for members to campaign for multiple left-leaning parties in upcoming elections.
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- 35 words · 1 min read
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- October 14, 2026
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- Naledi Mashishi
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