South African politics

South African politics is shaped by a history of apartheid, a system of racial segregation that ended in 1994, leading to a diverse democracy. The dominant party is the African National Congress (ANC), which has held power since 1994. The country faces challenges like economic inequality, corruption, and service delivery issues. Other parties, such as the Democratic Alliance (DA) and Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), compete for influence, often representing different racial, economic, or ideological groups. Policymaking involves balancing growth, social justice, and reconciliation efforts in a complex, evolving democratic system.