Independence of South Africa
The Venda homeland is granted independence
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1979 in South Africa
Explore 4 historical events and records for South Africa in 1979.
Historical records for South Africa in 1979
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Independence of Venda
The Venda homeland is granted independence
Information Scandal Ends Presidency
Vorster resigned the largely ceremonial presidency after revelations concerning the government's secret information funding scandal.
President of South Africa
Appointed President of South Africa
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