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NOVEMBER 1976

This issue of FOCUS covers political repression in Southern Africa, focusing on the ongoing black revolt in South Africa, detentions and political trials in Rhodesia/Zimbabwe, and the war in Namibia.

16 pages · 12 articles · validated

Front matter

  • front matter

    Masthead

    pp. 1

    Masthead and table of contents for the issue.

Articles

12
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    The Black Revolt Continues

    pp. 1–4 4 people 39 places 2 organizations

    Chronology of unrest in South Africa during August and September 1976, including stay-at-homes and arson on white-owned farms.

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    Detentions Continue (Rhodesia)

    pp. 2 6 people 7 places 5 organizations

    Report on the continued detention of political opponents in Rhodesia, including the case of Rev. Henry Kachidza.

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    Political Trials (Rhodesia)

    pp. 3–4 45 people 22 places 3 organizations

    Summary of political trials in Rhodesia, including Special Court cases and death sentences.

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    Other Convictions (Rhodesia)

    pp. 4 13 people 9 places 2 organizations

    Additional political trials in Rhodesia, including the conviction of Bishop Donal Lamont.

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    Other Cases (Rhodesia)

    pp. 4 9 people 9 places 3 organizations

    Miscellaneous political cases in Rhodesia, including remands and acquittals.

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    Appeals (Rhodesia)

    pp. 4 12 people 5 places 3 organizations

    Summary of appeal cases in Rhodesia, including commutations and sentence reductions.

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    War Legislation (Rhodesia)

    pp. 5 4 people 5 places 4 organizations

    Report on new Rhodesian legislation, including the Law and Order (Maintenance) Amendment Bill and the National Services Act.

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    South Africa: Hundreds Now Held

    pp. 6 22 people 13 places 8 organizations

    Report on the mass detention of political activists in South Africa, including students, community workers, and journalists.

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    Known Detainees

    pp. 7–9

    Lists of known detainees in South Africa as of mid-October 1976.

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    2500 In Court

    pp. 9 5 people 6 places 2 organizations

    Report on the thousands of people appearing in South African courts on charges related to demonstrations and disturbances.

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    Political Trials (South Africa)

    pp. 11–13 19 people 10 places 6 organizations

    Summary of various political trials in South Africa, including the trial of ANC members and the SASO/BPC trial.

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    Namibia: War in the North

    pp. 14–16 2 people 18 places 5 organizations

    Report on the South African military occupation of northern Namibia, including allegations of torture and border attacks.

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