9 January 1954PurgeDaniel Francois Malan
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
Historical records for South Africa in 1954, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
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
Becomes prime minister following Daniel Malan's retirement.
Leads a government committed to strengthening apartheid.
The High Court of Parliament Courts rule apartheid is unconstitutional. Despite the creation of the High Court of Courts rule apartheid is unconstitutional
Heads a pro-apartheid Government
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
Natives Resettlement Act, apartheid legislation
Appointed Prime Minister of South Africa, 5th Prime Minister of South Africa
Despite the creation of the High Court Courts rule apartheid is unconstitutional
Resigns as Prime Minister of South Africa, age 80
Appointed Secretary of the ANC Standerton Branch
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