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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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 1 | 1.00 | 0.39% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 228,991 | $350,000 | 1,351$ |
| Totals | 1 | 59,308,690 | 228,991 | $350,000 | 1,351$ |
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South Africa:
PW Botha is mentioned as one of the architects of apartheid.
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