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When a British economist coined the BRIC acronym two decades ago to denote Brazil, Russia, India and China, he didnt have in mind an alliance that would seek to challenge Western dominance in global... -Today at 12:21 pm- MarketScreener

By Tim Cocks JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - When a British economist coined the BRIC acronym two decades ago to denote Brazil, Russia, India and China, he d...

By Tim Cocks JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - When a British economist coined the BRIC acronym two decades ago to denote Brazil, Russia, India and China, he didn't have in mind an alliance that would seek to challenge Western dominance in global affairs. J...

As South Africa hosts the Brics summit, experts highlight the necessity of solid domestic policies for the country's economy,

‘Leadership of existing political parties requires new blood and new faces.’

Seven parties, including the DA, ActionSA, IFP and the Freedom Front Plus, have signed a pre-elections agreement to work together should the ANC fail to reach a 50+1 majority at the general polls next year.

While his support base could be waning, former president Jacob Zuma remains a polarising political force within the ANC, especially in KZN.

As South Africa's general election approaches, the ANC considers potential coalition options with smaller parties.

International pressure on South Africa has eased now that the Russian leader will attend the BRICS summit via video link only. The decision leaves ties between the only African nation in the alliance and Russia intact.

A coalition between the ANC and the DA would take the ANC straight into a liberal democracy, which is part of the DA’s political DNA.