As coalition negotiations intensify following the November 2026 local government elections, ActionSA has signalled its willingness to partner with the Democratic Alliance (DA) to govern Johannesburg—on the strict condition that DA mayoral candidate Helen Zille steps aside. In a letter addressed to DA leadership, ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba proposed a compromise: he would relinquish his own mayoral ambitions for the city if the DA replaced Zille with an alternative candidate. Michael Beaumont, ActionSA National Chairperson unpacks this in a conversation with Thabiso TT Tema on Power Breakfast.

<p>As coalition negotiations intensify following the November 2026 local government elections, ActionSA has signalled its willingness to partner with the Democratic Alliance (DA) to govern Johannesburg&mdash;on the strict condition that DA mayoral candidate Helen Zille steps aside.&nbsp;In a letter addressed to DA leadership, ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba proposed a compromise: he would relinquish his own mayoral ambitions for the city if the DA replaced Zille with an alternative candidate.&nbsp;Michael Beaumont, ActionSA&nbsp;National Chairperson unpacks this in a conversation with Thabiso TT Tema on Power Breakfast.</p>

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<p>POWER Breakfast is a fast-paced three-hour news and current affairs show, alternating between the latest breaking news, political coverage, analysis, sport, market reports, weather and all your calls. Whether you&rsquo;re in business, the public service or just want to stay informed, tune in as Thabiso TT Tema connects you to your world.</p>