At the provincial level, coalition politics has taken root in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Northern Cape following the 2024 elections. Photo Credit: MISTRAThe barometer also tracks developments at the local government level, where coalition governance has become increasingly widespread. ACCORD’s participation in the launch underscores this ongoing commitment towards supporting sustainable coalition governance at the local government level through focused research and capacity building. In conclusion, MISTRA’s Coalitions Barometer II highlights South Africa as undergoing a significant phase of political transition. Coalition governance is no longer temporary but is evolving into a mainstream model across all levels of government.