Opposition parties reach coalition deal

JOHANNESBURG - The Multi-Party Charter for South Africa has confirmed a pre-election coalition partnership.

This was after a two-day gathering of seven parties in Kempton Park.

The coalition bloc is aiming to unseat the ANC from power in next year's general elections.

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"The parties have agreed and have signed up after very robust negotiations that they agreed on a multi-party charter for South Africa," said William Gumede, Convention Independent Chairperson.

"We can formally announce a pre-election coalition partnership.

"It's a historical moment for South Africa."