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… A Brief Overview The People’s Liberation Army of Namibia (PLAN) was an armed wing of the South West Africa People’s Organization (SWAPO), the major liberation movement of Namibia. SWAPO was founded … The People’s Liberation Army of Namibia (PLAN) …

… home library articles & documents   NANA SITA: LAST OF THE GANDHIANS IN SOUTH AFRICA (2) Among those who kept the spirit of Mahatma Gandhi alive in South Africa, long after he left the shores of that country in 1914, Nana Sita holds a special … Last of The Gandhians in South Africa …

… The day of the Massacre, mourning the dead and getting over the shock of the event © Baileys African History Archive … Eyewitness accounts of the Sharpeville massacre 1960 …

… In 1991, Nelson Mandela was elected the president of the African National Congress (ANC), and his friend and colleague, Oliver Tambo , was elected the ANC’s national chairperson. Mandela continued to … The Nelson Mandela Presidency - 1994 to 1999 …

… The emergence of South Africa's democracy in the 1990s The crisis of apartheid in the 1980s Factors contributing to … In summary: Factors resulting in the crisis …

… The 1946 mine workers' strike was led by the African Mine Workers Union, whose president was J.B.Marks, he was also a leader in the South African Communist Party. Black workers were … Birth of the African Mine Workers’ Union …

… by a series of dynasties until 1911 and from 1368 to 1644, the Ming Dynasty ruled over China. This was the last native Chinese dynasty. [2] The word ‘Ming’ means bright, and is a fitting name for the … A. Hart-Davis (ed): History: The Definitive Visual Guide from the dawn of civilisation to …

… The system of Black authorities and the reforms brought about in the agri­cultural sphere were not unreservedly accepted in … Bizana and the Pondoland Revolt 1946 - 1962 …

… The events at Lonmin Mine in Marikana in the North West Province were a tragic stain on the history of post Apartheid South Africa. This timeline … Timeline of the Marikana Massacre 2012 - 2013 …

… South Africa's Constitution (1996) enshrines the supremacy of the Constitution and the rule of law. Everyone in South Africa, including the … Human Rights and the South African Constitution …

… Written by: FRANCO FRESCURA The exploitation of convict labour at the Cape during the Colonial era is closely connected with the work of John … Convict Stations & Labour in the Cape Colony …

… How did the Great Depression in the USA bring about a crisis of capitalism? Background and focus It is important to understand that the focus of THIS section is almost in direct contrast to the … Capitalism in the USA 1900 to 1940 …

… On 13 February 1871, the Red Riding Hood sailed from Durban with the first group of repatriated ex-indentured workers for … passengers on board. Within three days of arrival, ten of the returnees lodged complaints at the Protector's Office … Report of the Coolie Commission of 1872 …

… By late February 1973, the spread of the strikes was the most significant development since Sharpeville and the … The Strikes and Popular and Political Support …

… January 8th is upon us, enjoining us, this year, to mark the 84th anniversary of the organisation of the people, the African National … Progress in these areas therefore lies at the heart of our future success in the fight against crime. The thousands of … January 8th Statements - Statement of the National Executive Committee on the occasion of the 84th …

… in Pretoria on 3rd January 1963 with P.P.B Breytenbach as the first director. It was founded under the same principle as the Cape Performing Arts Board (CAPAB), the Natal Performing … Performing Arts Council of the Transvaal (PACT) …

… Introduction The National Council of Trade Unions (NACTU) is South … with more than 400 000 members. Its largest affiliate is the  Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union … because of a major increase in membership since the 2012 Marikana massacre. After AMCU, the three largest …

… June 25 and 26 1955 are dates indelibly impressed on the minds and hearts of every Congress member who was active at the time. They are the dates of the Congress of the People … a document which was intended to be our blueprint for the future South Africa, and it was the aim and hope of all of us …

… During the 1990-1994 period of political liberalisation and negotiations leading to the first democratic elections the South African Students Organisation (SASCO) continued the … Student Politics in the Era of Democracy …

… Focus : The nature and impact of the slave trade between West Africa and the American South   Content and concepts   ·         West … CAPS Grade 6: The Transatlantic Slave Trade - term 2 …

… and Labrador. She is a Labrador Inuk and a beneficiary of the Nunatsiavut landclaim. She completed her Bachelor of Arts … active in British Parliamentary debating, most recently as the Chief Equity Officer for the World Universities Debating Championships in Kuala …

… During Apartheid, starting from the late 1950s the South African Government attempted to divide South Africa … of separate states, called homelands, for Blacks. Under the homeland system , each state was supposed to develop into … The Black Homeland Citizenship Act of 1970 …

… for her sickly mother (who had been greatly weakened by the Spanish flu of 1918). It was further fuelled by her … became a nun, her early years of caring for others and the self-discipline she learnt at school made her well-suited … Hospital. Her caring nature was not just put to use at the hospital. Her house in Orlando, Soweto with her husband, …

… Codesa's first plenary session boosted the chances of a speedy resolution to South Africa's conflict … had been convinced that negotiation would yield the best outcome. Unfortunately, this confidence was not … Assembly. This transitional government could discuss the future permanent constitution. Then, depending on what was …

… Zululand with three columns of British troops, starting the war that ended Zulu independence. After the initial crushing defeat of the British at Isandlwana and … who was complaint to British rule. The treaty ensured that future unification of the Zulu was not possible, creating …

… years. Twenty-one years later, South Africa remains one the most unequal countries in the world; a small group thrive whilst the majority are … lead by Mandela met many times for negotiations over the future of South Africa. In 1993, they announced that the … N. L. and Worger, W. H. (2004). South Africa: the rise and fall of apartheid. Harlow: Pearson Education …

… each year has brought us closer to our cherished goal - the total liberation of our country. The bells that rang in the New Year were, for us, a call to … out the path to our historically determined destination. A Future to Fight For, an Enemy to Face To address you, …

… This article discusses the relevence of UDF, its future and the issue of UDF politics. … Transformation of the United Democratic Front into a new broad Front …

… 134 acts of sabotage. Many of these caused minor damage to the intended targets. Although the damage was minimal, for the people who carried them out, it marked a significant … uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) and the Armed Struggle …

… Mr. President of the Senate, Mr President of the Chamber of Deputies, Honourable Members of the National … fact that historical circumstance has in time past and in future time, determined that the South African heartbeat must … Address of the President of South Africa, Thabo Mbeki, to the Special …