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1962 in Zimbabwe

Explore 2 historical events and records for Zimbabwe in 1962.

Historical records for Zimbabwe in 1962

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Colonial Authorities Ban ZAPU

Nkomo, Joshua · Salisbury · Politics / ZAPU

Southern Rhodesian authorities outlawed ZAPU, driving its organisers toward clandestine activity and political organisation outside the colony.

Nationalist Organisers Seek External Support

Nkomo, Joshua · Lusaka · Politics / ZAPU

ZAPU representatives sought neighbouring African governments' support after restrictions at home severely constrained their political activity.

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