In a political landscape crowded with promises, egos, and endless coalitions, three parties are betting on unity to break South Africa’s cycle of fragmentation. Build One South Africa, Rise Mzansi, and Good — led by Mmusi Maimane, Songezo Zibi, and Patricia de Lille — have officially merged to form a new political force: Unite for Change. Their mission? To build what they call a “credible alternative” to the ANC and DA ahead of the 2026 local government elections.

<p>In a political landscape crowded with promises, egos, and&nbsp;endless coalitions, three parties are betting on unity to&nbsp;break South Africa&rsquo;s cycle of fragmentation.&nbsp;Build One South Africa, Rise Mzansi, and Good &mdash; led by&nbsp;Mmusi Maimane, Songezo Zibi, and Patricia de Lille &mdash;&nbsp;have officially merged to form a new political force: Unite&nbsp;for Change. Their mission? To build what they call a&nbsp;&ldquo;credible alternative&rdquo; to the ANC and DA ahead of the 2026&nbsp;local government elections.</p>

<p>METRO FM Talk with Faith Mangope </p>