United They Stand: What the Good-Bosa-Rise Mzansi Merger Means for 2026

In a bold move ahead of the 2026 local elections, political parties Rise Mzansi, Build One South Africa and The Good Party have joined forces under a new banner: Unite for Change. With the ANC’s vote share slipping and coalition politics becoming the new norm, this merger could shake up the playing field. The alliance brings together political heavyweights Patricia de Lille, Mmusi Maimane and Songezo Zibi but - can it cut through the noise of South Africa’s increasingly fragmented politics? Phemelo speaks to Unite for Change’s Patricia de Lille to unpack the strategy and what’s next.