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Cry the beloved country: How the ANC has betrayed South Africa in every possible way

Supporters of president of South Africa and the ruling party African National Congress (ANC) take part in a campaign rally at the Alexandra Stadium on April 11, 2019, in Alexandra, South Africa. PHOTO | WIKUS DE WET | AFP

By  Tee Ngugi

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Nairobi-based political and social commentator

South Africa goes to the polls next month. In all previous elections, the African National Congress has won big majorities in parliament.

There is no doubt that the ANC will win the forthcoming election too, albeit with a diminished majority. But to what end the expected win?

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