South Africa's metropolitan municipalities are poised for complex political negotiations following the November 2026 elections. Current projections suggest no single political party will achieve a majority in key metros including Johannesburg (Joburg), eThekwini, Tshwane, and Cape Town. This outcome necessitates coalition-building among various parties to establish governing majorities. An interactive tool has been launched, allowing users to explore potential coalition scenarios based on different polling data. The exercise demonstrates how different combinations of parties could come together to form a ruling coalition in each city. This highlights the importance of strategic alliances and negotiations in shaping the future political landscape of these South African urban centers. The upcoming elections will likely be defined by collaboration and compromise as parties vie for power in these crucial metros.