1979Independence of South AfricaMarais Viljoen
The Venda homeland is granted independence
Historical records for South Africa in 1979, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
The Venda homeland is granted independence
The Venda homeland is granted independence
Appointed President of South Africa
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