Purge
Final phase of the expulsion of black Africans from their homes in Johannesburg. 60,000 Africans are moved to the Meadowlands development 13 miles from Johannesburg
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1954 in South Africa
Explore 11 historical events and records for South Africa in 1954.
Historical records for South Africa in 1954
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January
November
Prime Minister Appointment
Becomes prime minister following Daniel Malan's retirement.
Strijdom Government Begins
Leads a government committed to strengthening apartheid.
Other events (month unknown)
Apartheid
The High Court of Parliament Courts rule apartheid is unconstitutional. Despite the creation of the High Court of Courts rule apartheid is unconstitutional
Apartheid
Heads a pro-apartheid Government
Constitution of South Africa
The High Court of Parliament Courts rule apartheid is unconstitutional. Despite the creation of the High Court of Courts rule apartheid is unconstitutional. Despite the creation of the High Court Courts rule apartheid is unconstitutional
Legislation
Natives Resettlement Act, apartheid legislation
Prime Minister of South Africa
Appointed Prime Minister of South Africa, 5th Prime Minister of South Africa
Reform of Legal System
Despite the creation of the High Court Courts rule apartheid is unconstitutional
Resignation of Daniel Francois Malan
Resigns as Prime Minister of South Africa, age 80
Secretary
Appointed Secretary of the ANC Standerton Branch
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