PT 6: Apartheid in South Afria

What was Apartheid?

Racial segregation in South Africa.

When did Apartheid start?

1948

What was the Group Areas Act?

Separated areas by race.

What were the Pass Laws?

Forced black people to carry passes to move around.

Who is Nelson Mandela?

Anti-apartheid leader, first black president.

When did apartheid end?

1994

What was the Truth and Reconciliation Commission?

It investigated apartheid crimes and promoted forgiveness.

What was the Bantu Education Act?

It gave black people an inferior education.

What were international sanctions?

Economic pressure to end apartheid.

What is the Cape Town Agreement?

Negotiations to end apartheid.

What was the Homeland System?

Created separate areas for black people.

Why was this policy established?

to limit and restrict Africans

What restrictions were placed on blacks?

• seperated from other races

• prevented Black Africans from voting and made them subject to arrest at any time

To what cause does Mandela say he is committed?

• struggle for a democratic and free society where ppl have equal opportunities

• opposes white and black segregation