Coalition governments are nothing new in South African politics. And as South Africans head to the polls on the 4th of November, the prospect of hung councils is once again under the spotlight. Coalition deals, not outright victories, could once again decide who governs many of South Africa's municipalities after the Local Government Elections. The 2021 poll produced 66 hung councils, and analysts say coalition politics is likely here to stay. Shamiela Fisher reports.

<p>Coalition governments are nothing new in South African politics. And as South Africans head to the polls on the 4th of November, the prospect of hung councils is once again under the spotlight. Coalition deals, not outright victories, could once again decide who governs many of South Africa's municipalities after the Local Government Elections. The 2021 poll produced 66 hung councils, and analysts say coalition politics is likely here to stay. Shamiela Fisher reports.</p>