Apartheid
- How did colonialism in Africa lead to apartheid, and how was Nelson Mandela able to lead the battle to end segregation and discrimination?
The introduction of colonialism led to apartheid in various ways. The rate of increased white settlers in the country increased, and it was characterized by various activities that contributed to apartheid. Colonialists engaged in the displacement of the locals and the indigenous population, the division of the territories into diverse groups, each with different rights. They also introduced severe restrictions. In fact, it contributed to apartheid as some of them prohibited the movement and encouraged the suppression of resistance.
Mandela leads a team of Africans in fighting for the end of apartheid. Many African leaders engaged in Guerilla warfare in the 1970s through the release of Mandela. They entered into a peace agreement that ensured the end of racial segregation and equality among all resources. He led the ANC in pushing the government under Fredrick De Clerk to end apartheid.
- What was life like under the Apartheid system?
The locals and indigenous people were perceived as the minority. They were divided into racial and ethnic differences, and each race was forced to live separately from the others. Their legislations implemented to ensure there was effective separation. Access to social services was also divided. There were special educational institutions meant for only whites while there were a few and ones that were not in good condition for the indigenous people.
- How was the dismantling of the Apartheid system achieved?
It began with the various activities to lead the paths towards pluralism. In the 1970s, the struggle to end apartheid was reignited that led to the release of Nelson Mandela. Many young South African leaders shifted in other neighboring countries and organized armed struggles conducted through guerrilla warfare. The opposition on the issue of apartheid continued to grow around the world. In 1983, due to pressure from the world community, south African white colonialist entered into a referendum that allowed which allowed the inclusion of Africans into the parliament. When Nelson Mandela was released, he took over the fight to its end and ensured that the country had gained independence that assured equality among all races.
- Why is Nelson Mandela considered so important in the Apartheid Movement?
Nelson Mandela is one of the important figures in the fight for Apartheid abolition. He displayed extraordinary abilities of statesmanship and democratic vision. These skills he effectively deployed in terms of reconciliation and inclusiveness. As a result, he played a significant role in the peace agreement between president de clerk and ANC. This led to the incorporation of freedom among all races, particularly among the blacks and the democracy (Unit, 2020).
References
Unit 6. The End of Apartheid and the Birth of Democracy. (2020).