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How far did the release of Nelson Mandela in 1990 influence the transition to majority rule in 1994?
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South Africa Coursework Philip Nacmanson 10/0 1: How far did the release of Nelson Mandela in 1990 influence the transition to majority rule in 1994? In February 1990 Nelson Mandela was released from prison after 27 years of imprisonment for terrorism (he was leader of MK the terrorist branch of ANC in the 1960s). Thousands gathered in Cape Town to hear him speak. He began "Friends, comrades, fellow South Africans. I great you in the name of peace, democracy and freedom!" It set out his aims and policies for the future, to unite all South Africans and end Apartheid. He thanked all the people involved in freeing him and explained he was still loyal to the ANC cause. His speech gave new found confidence for Blacks Mandela was elected Deputy President in March. ANC ended their guerrilla war against the state and the exiles returned to South Africa. He was gathering pace in...
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