Overview

• The new centrist movement brings together Build One South Africa, GOOD and Rise Mzansi under a single banner with one platform and purpose.
• Founding council members include Mmusi Maimane, Patricia de Lille, Songezo Zibi, Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster, Vuyiswa Ramokgopa and Brett Herron.
• Leaders set five priorities focused on ethical leadership, economic recovery, reliable basic services, community safety and combating corruption.
• Plans include registering with the Electoral Commission, merit-based candidate selection rooted in community involvement and a national tour of town halls and dialogues.
• ActionSA took part in early talks but declined to join and has announced its own mayoral candidate for the 2026 local elections.