Death in Detention12 September 1977
Dies in custody after being transported to Pretoria.
Historical person
Steve Bantu Biko Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Steve Bantu Biko, based on 2 World History Database records associated with South Africa.
2 records1977–19772 events1 places
Chronological biography
1977
Fatal Injuries in Custody12 September 1977
His death becomes an international symbol of apartheid-era police abuse.
Titles and roles
Black Consciousness Leader
Record provenance
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