PW Botha
P.W. Botha was a South African politician who served as Prime Minister from 1978 to 1984 and then as the first Executive State President until 1989 during the apartheid era. He was a staunch defender of apartheid policies and sought to reform the system under pressure from international sanctions and internal unrest. Botha's tenure was characterized by the use of state security measures to suppress dissent, leading to significant social and political unrest. His attempts at reform were viewed as too little, too late, and he ultimately faced growing opposition from anti-apartheid movements.
Born on Jan 12, 1916 (109 years old)
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South Africa:
Terms such as 'law and order' ring creepy in the mouths of tyrants who are no more devoted to democratic process than the latter-day fascists (remember PW Botha?).
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South Africa:
Berman highlights policymakers such as PW Botha in her rogues’ gallery of apartheid monsters.
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South Africa:
PW Botha extended the July 1985 State of Emergency to the whole country.
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Tanzania:
Nyerere reportedly continued advocacy for increased support for rebel groups opposed to the South African Apartheid government under PW Botha.
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South Africa:
Mr PW Botha is acknowledged for his dedication to the cause of the Weekly Mail.
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South Africa:
PW Botha is mentioned as one of the architects of apartheid.
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