May 1969Arrest of Robert SobukweRobert Sobukwe
Released from prison
Historical records for South Africa in 1969, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Released from prison
Learns that his eldest son Thembekile has died.
Authorities refuse permission for him to attend the funeral.
South Africa ignores the United Nations mandate to relinquish its control over South West Africa
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