Internal Settlement Signed
Smith signs an agreement creating an interim biracial administration and majority-rule elections.
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1978 in Zimbabwe
Explore 4 historical events and records for Zimbabwe in 1978.
Historical records for Zimbabwe in 1978
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Air Rhodesia Shooting Deepens Conflict
ZIPRA's destruction of a civilian Air Rhodesia aircraft and the killing of survivors intensified international criticism of the conflict.
Internal Settlement Election Planned
Smith prepares elections under the Internal Settlement without Patriotic Front participation.
Secret Smith Talks Disclosed
Nkomo explored negotiations with Ian Smith's government while remaining committed to a settlement recognising majority rule.
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