FW de Klerk
FW de Klerk, born on September 18, 1936, was a South African politician who served as the last apartheid-era State President from 1989 to 1994. He is best known for his pivotal role in dismantling apartheid and initiating negotiations to end racial segregation in South Africa, which ultimately led to the election of Nelson Mandela. De Klerk's leadership was marked by significant reforms and a commitment to a peaceful transition towards a democratic society, although he faced criticism for his past support of the apartheid regime. He passed away on November 11, 2021.
Born on Mar 24, 1936 (89 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 1 | 8.00 | 0.30% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 179,723 | $350,000 | 1,061$ |
| Ghana | 1 | 7.00 | 0.14% | +0% | 31,072,945 | 43,520 | $67,000 | 94$ |
| Totals | 2 | 90,381,635 | 223,243 | $417,000 | 1,155$ |
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Ghana:
FW de Klerk initiated reforms that led to the repeal of apartheid laws.
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South Africa:
As President FW de Klerk once alluded, South Africa’s future will be founded on reconciliation and sharing.
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Ireland:
FW de Klerk was the last president of apartheid South Africa.
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Kenya:
The foundation of the country's last white president, FW de Klerk, suggested in 2021 that prosecutors halted the trials due to an 'informal agreement' between the post-apartheid leadership of the African National Congress and the former government.
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United Kingdom:
FW de Klerk was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 alongside Nelson Mandela for their efforts to end apartheid.
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United Kingdom:
FW de Klerk unbanned the ANC and other liberation movements, paving the way for Nelson Mandela's presidency.
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South Africa:
FW de Klerk announced the unbanning of all political parties, setting the ball rolling for the historic 1994 democratic elections.
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South Africa:
FW de Klerk was present at the press conference with ANC president Nelson Mandela in 1990.
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United Kingdom:
FW de Klerk is mentioned as the rightwing Nationalist cabinet member who came to power after the fall of the apartheid regime.
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