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LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026: Cosatu breaks with exclusive ANC support to back left-wing ‘super pact’

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LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026: Cosatu breaks with exclusive ANC support to back left-wing ‘super pact’

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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