The DA's by-election setback: An analysis
The DA suffered a net loss of seven seats in recent by-elections, despite losing less support than the ANC. The party's losses were largely due to smaller ethnic parties drawing voters away, enabling the ANC to win.
The DA's recent by-election results show a net loss of seven seats, despite the party losing less support than the ANC. In 44 by-elections, the ANC lost 7.8 percentage points, while the DA lost 0.8%. The EFF grew slightly by 0.3%. The DA's losses were largely to smaller ethnic parties, which drew voters away and enabled the ANC to win. The party's support grew among black and white voters but dropped in wards with a majority of coloured or Indian voters. The DA retained 14 wards and gained two, but lost nine seats to various parties. The results highlight the challenges faced by the DA in maintaining its voter base.
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