The Democratic Alliance (DA) has officially confirmed that Liam Jacobs is no longer serving as a Member of Parliament, following his sudden and highly publicized defection to the Patriotic Alliance (PA). The confirmation comes after days of speculation surrounding his resignation and shifting party allegiance.
Jacobs’ move has stirred ripples across the political landscape, as his departure from the DA signals yet another reshuffling of power ahead of crucial national and provincial developments. Known for his outspoken presence and loyal base within the DA, his switch to the PA marks a significant political realignment — one that has not gone unnoticed by party leaders or the public.
While the DA remained reserved in its statement, the party acknowledged Jacobs’ exit and clarified that he no longer holds parliamentary office under its banner. The nature of his resignation has not been fully disclosed, but insiders suggest internal disagreements and shifting ideological alignments played a role.
The Patriotic Alliance, led by Gayton McKenzie, has welcomed Jacobs with open arms, describing his arrival as a strategic gain for their party’s growing ambitions. His defection is being framed by the PA as a sign of their increasing influence among younger, politically active leaders.
Political analysts are already weighing the implications of this move, questioning whether it signals broader dissatisfaction within the DA or a more targeted recruitment drive by the PA to absorb disillusioned voices from other parties.
As the political dust settles, all eyes will be on Liam Jacobs’ next steps within his new political home—and what it means for South Africa’s ever-evolving party dynamics.
