LGE 2026: PA will not rush into coalition agreements, says McKenzie
The PA, now the third-largest political party in the Western Cape, finds itself in a strategic position to shape the formation of coalition governments in 16 hung municipalities across the province.
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Patriotic Alliance officials at the ROC Cape Town. Picture: Jared Moorgas/EWN
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Patriotic Alliance (PA) leader Gayton McKenzie said the party will not rush into coalition agreements, insisting that no negotiations have taken place with any political party following the local government elections.
The PA, now the third-largest political party in the Western Cape, finds itself in a strategic position to shape the formation of coalition governments in 16 hung municipalities across the province.
In a video message posted on the party’s Facebook page, McKenzie said the party will appoint a five-member team to lead its coalition negotiations.
He maintains that the party has yet to engage any political formation and has dismissed claims of behind-the-scenes discussions.
"We have not negotiated with anyone. Any person who says they have been speaking to us or negotiated with us is lying. We will take a decision today, and you will be the first persons to know what we have decided. We respect every vote, and we will make sure every vote comes with returns," McKenzie said.