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 |
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| United Kingdom | 1 | 8.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,171 | $2,700,000 | 723$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 18,171 | $2,700,000 | 723$ |
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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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