COVID-19 graft scandals fuel South Africans' anger with ruling ANC

An opposition party is critical of the ruling party or coalition. Its primary role is to challenge the government's policies, hold it accountable, and provide alternative policies and solutions. Opposition parties play a crucial role in a democratic system by representing different viewpoints, engaging in debate, and ensuring a check on the power of the government. The recognition of political parties is provided for in section 7 of the Standing Orders. In accordance with section 7.2 of the Stan