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The end of Apartheid in South Africa was marked by its first democratic election in 1994, after which the African National Congress was voted in as the ruling party. Nelson Mandela became president of the party and therefore the country shortly after being released from jail (on Robin Island). He had been held there for his participation in the struggle against apartheid.
If you are really interested read his book The Long Walk to Freedom, or just watch the movie.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoNelson Mandela didn't become a president of south Africa untill he was 76 years old Because he is BLACK
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∙ 10y agoNelson Mandela was elected president because he fought for the rights his country deserved
blacks should have equal rights as whites
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∙ 13y agoMandela was born July 18, 1918 in Umtata, Transkei.
Mandela was elected president on May 10, 1994 - at the age of 76.
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