South Africa Congratulates Iraq on Landmark Parliamentary Elections as al-Sudani’s Coalition Secures Leading Position

Pretoria – The South African government, through the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, has extended warm congratulations to Iraq for successfully holding its parliamentary elections on 11 November 2025. This vote, seen as a strong step toward stability, saw Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s coalition come out on top, paving the way for fresh talks on forming a new government. Officials in Pretoria praised the Iraqi people’s strong will to keep democracy alive and build a steady nation, while promising to grow ties in politics, business, and other areas.

This message of support shows South Africa’s ongoing wish to work hand-in-hand with Iraq on world issues, like peace and growth, as both countries look to strengthen their friendship for shared wins.

Iraq’s Election Results Signal Shift Toward Coalition Building

The Independent High Electoral Commission wrapped up the final counts on 17 November 2025, putting al-Sudani’s Reconstruction and Development coalition in first place with 46 seats in the 329-member parliament. They pulled in about 1.3 million votes, beating the next group by around 370,000. The Progress party, led by Mohammed al-Halbousi, took 36 seats, while Nouri al-Maliki’s State of Law coalition got 29.

With no single group grabbing a clear majority, leaders now face the task of teaming up to pick a new prime minister and set up the government. This setup mirrors Iraq’s mix of groups, where finding common ground is key to keeping things calm. The vote drew people from all walks, with a focus on fixing the economy, cutting graft, and boosting basics like power and water.

Al-Sudani, in charge since 2022, ran on plans to rebuild after years of tough times. His group’s win gives him a good chance to stay on, but deals with others will be needed to push forward. Watchers say this could lead to a stronger team on big matters like sharing oil cash and mending ties between regions.
The elections ran mostly smooth, with strong security to stop any trouble. Groups from around the world, like the United Nations, gave thumbs up for how it was handled, noting fair voting and secret ballots.

South Africa’s Strong Ties with Iraq and Hopes for Deeper Partnership

South Africa sees these elections as proof of Iraq’s drive for better rule and calm. “South Africa looks forward to the formation of a new government in Iraq and reaffirms its commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation in the political, economic, as well as various sectoral spheres of engagement,” the department said.

They added a pledge to team up on bigger world goals. “We also remain committed to collaborating with Iraq on matters related to global governance as well as promoting shared goals in pursuit of global and regional peace, security and development. We wish Iraq every success and will continue building and strengthening our bilateral partnership to advance the mutual interests of our two nations,” officials noted.

The two countries have built good links over the years, with trade hitting around R1 billion yearly in goods like machinery, food, and chemicals. South Africa has backed Iraq’s rebuild after hard times, sharing know-how in areas like farming and green energy. Both share a past of overcoming big challenges – apartheid in South Africa and wars in Iraq – making their bond about standing together for fairness and growth.

This goodwill fits South Africa’s role in world groups like BRICS, where it pushes for a fairer setup for growing nations. As Iraq works on its new government, chances for more teamwork could open in trade, skills sharing, and peace efforts.

Why These Elections Matter for Iraq and Beyond

Iraq’s vote is a key move toward steady leadership after years of unrest from the 2003 invasion and fights with groups like ISIS. Called early to calm protests over poor services and graft, the 2025 elections aim to bring fresh ideas for jobs, safety, and growth.

With oil as a big earner, a stable government is vital for Iraq to draw help from abroad and strengthen neighbour ties. The results point to a push for groups that focus on fixing basics, which could help cut youth joblessness and build trust in leaders.

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