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DA Invites EFF And MK Party To Coalition Talks The Democratic Alliance (DA) has invited the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) and the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK Party) to coalition negotiations following the 4 November local government elections, marking a shift from its longstanding opposition to working with the two parties. Both parties confirmed to the Sunday Times that they had received formal letters from the DA inviting them to discuss possible power-sharing arrangements in municipalities without outright majorities. EFF elections spokesperson Sixolise Gcilishe said the party's leadership met with the DA on Tuesday but had not yet responded to the proposal. MK Party negotiator Dali Mpofu confirmed that the DA had reached out to former president Jacob Zuma. He said the party had decided to accept the invitation, with a meeting expected to be arranged in the coming days. DA Federal Council chairperson Ashor Sarupen confirmed that formal letters had been sent following a Federal Executive resolution to engage parties in hung councils. The move marks a departure from the DA's previous position under former leader John Steenhuisen, who described the EFF as its "political enemy number one" and warned against a so-called doomsday coalition. DA Johannesburg mayoral candidate Helen Zille had also ruled out working with the EFF and MK Party, citing incompatible political values. The 2026 elections saw the ANC secure 30.76% of the vote, followed by the DA with 24.64%, the MK Party with 9.76% and the EFF with 6.22%. A total of 139 municipal councils were left hung. The DA emerged as the largest party in Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni but failed to secure majorities in any of the three metros, making coalition agreements essential. The EFF and MK Party have also held their own coalition discussions, with both parties emphasising cooperation and service delivery.

BREAKING NEWS 🚨 Manchester United Sack Michael Carrick After Disastrous Start To Season Manchester United have sacked head coach Michael Carrick following a disastrous start to the 2026/27 season that has left the club in the Premier League relegation zone. Carrick's departure comes after United managed just three wins in 15 matches across all competitions this season. They sit 18th in the league with eight points from 10 matches, having recorded one win, five draws and four defeats. The decision follows a review led by director of football Jason Wilcox, who consulted chief executive Omar Berrada before recommending Carrick's dismissal to minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe. The decision was subsequently approved by the club's board, which includes the Glazer family. Carrick reportedly arrived at United's Carrington training ground on Thursday morning before being informed that his time at the club had come to an end. The 45-year-old was appointed permanently in May on a contract running until 2028, following an impressive caretaker spell that saw him guide United to Champions League qualification and third place in the Premier League. However, a disappointing start to the new campaign, coupled with a prolonged winless run, ultimately cost him his job. United's latest result was a dramatic 4-4 draw against Aston Villa, extending their poor run of form. United are reportedly preparing to appoint United States national team coach Mauricio Pochettino as Carrick's successor, with the Argentine having reached a verbal agreement in principle with the club. Pochettino, who recently extended his contract with US Soccer until the 2030 World Cup, has a reported release clause of around $10 million (£7.5 million). He is expected to oversee the United States' upcoming fixtures against Haiti before potentially taking charge at Old Trafford. United's next Premier League fixture is against Liverpool on 22 November. Carrick's dismissal marks the third permanent managerial departure during the Ineos era, following Erik ten Hag and Ruben Amorim.

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