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title: "Is the Unite for Change merger a game-changer for SA politics?"
description: "We've all been watching the political landscape shift, and a big one just dropped: the merger of the Good, Bosa, and Rise Mzansi parties into a new single entity, Unite for Change (UFC)."
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published: "2025-10-06T11:14:16"
updated: "2025-10-06T11:19:04"
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# Is the Unite for Change merger a game-changer for SA politics?

> We've all been watching the political landscape shift, and a big one just dropped: the merger of the Good, Bosa, and Rise Mzansi parties into a new single entity, Unite for Change (UFC).

By Daily Maverick Connect · Published 6 October 2025, 13:14 SAST · Updated 6 October 2025, 13:19 SAST

## Key points
- In a political plot twist worthy of a soap opera, the Good, Bosa, and Rise Mzansi parties have decided to merge into Unite for Change (UFC), hoping that combining their strengths will finally land them a knockout punch against the ANC and DA in the 2026 local elections—because in the ring of politics, sometimes it takes a tag team to stand a chance!
- The Good, Bosa, and Rise Mzansi have united to form a new political entity: Unite for Change (UFC).
- UFC aims to consolidate resources and present a formidable challenge in the 2026 local elections.
- The merger seeks to provide a credible alternative to dominant parties like the ANC and DA.
- Political analysts are watching closely to see if UFC can reshape the South African political landscape.

## Content

The Good, Bosa, and Rise Mzansi parties have marged into a new single entity, Unite for Change (UFC). By pooling their resources and running as a single party in the 2026 local elections, the UFC hopes to offer a credible and unified alternative to the major players like the ANC and DA. How do you think they will fare? [Join the conversation on DMC and share your thoughts.](https://connect.dailymaverick.co.za/t/lets-talk-is-the-unite-for-change-merger-a-game-changer-for-sa-politics/3077)