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MAY 1983

This issue of FOCUS reports on the intensification of censorship in Namibia, the ongoing detention and torture of political prisoners, resistance to South Africa's constitutional plans, and the destabilization of Lesotho.

12 pages · 20 articles · validated

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Articles

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    Namibia: More Censorship

    pp. 1 2 people 5 places 4 organizations

    The South African Defence Force has imposed a blackout on military operations in Namibia to control information about the war.

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    Courtroom Revelations: Prison Labour Murder Trial

    pp. 2 4 people 6 places 4 organizations

    A white farmer was sentenced to six years for the murder of a black parole prisoner, highlighting the use of prison labour in Namibia.

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    Official Report 'Receiving Attention'

    pp. 2 4 people 2 places 3 organizations

    An official investigation into detention without trial in Namibia has been submitted to the Administrator-General.

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    Detention Without Charge

    pp. 3 22 people 17 places 5 organizations

    Numerous arrests occurred in March under security proclamation AG9 in Kavango and Windhoek.

  • article

    Kakuva Inquiry Reveals Torture

    pp. 3–4 9 people 4 places 2 organizations

    The inquiry into the disappearance of Johannes Kakuva in Namibia has exposed systematic police brutality and torture.

  • article

    AG Advisory Committees

    pp. 4 2 places 2 organizations

    South Africa has appointed five advisory committees to the Administrator-General in Namibia to maintain administrative control.

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    Angola's Occupied Zone

    pp. 4 1 people 7 places 2 organizations

    South African forces continue to occupy parts of southern Angola, conducting reconnaissance and military operations.

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    Archbishop - No Charges Yet

    pp. 4 1 people 3 places 4 organizations

    Police investigations continue into the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Durban, Denis Hurley, regarding his report on atrocities in Namibia.

  • article

    Mawaala Trial Postponed

    pp. 4 4 people 2 places 2 organizations

    The trial of Angela Mawaala, accused of terrorism and murder, has been postponed.

  • article

    Resistance to Constitutional Plans

    pp. 5 2 people 2 places 22 organizations

    Opposition to South Africa's constitutional plans has intensified, leading to the formation of the United Democratic Front.

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    Political Trials

    pp. 6–7 54 people 24 places 10 organizations

    Overview of ongoing political trials in South Africa, including cases involving the ANC and trade unionists.

  • article

    Detentions

    pp. 8 5 people 5 places 4 organizations

    Report on the death of Tembuyise Simon Mndawe in detention, police acquittals, and statistics on detentions in South Africa.

  • article

    Detentions (Continued)

    pp. 9 10 people 6 places 5 organizations

    Further reports on detentions related to armed struggle, trade unionists, and constitutional opposition.

  • article

    Political Prisoners - How Many?

    pp. 9 1 places

    Discussion on the definition and number of political prisoners in South Africa.

  • article

    Homes Demolished

    pp. 9 9 places 3 organizations

    Report on the demolition of squatter homes and pass law enforcement in South Africa.

  • article

    Bans and Restrictions

    pp. 10 3 people 4 places 4 organizations

    Report on banning orders and restrictions placed on individuals and journalists in South Africa.

  • article

    Press Restrictions

    pp. 10 6 people 4 places 13 organizations

    Government actions against journalists and newspapers in South Africa.

  • article

    The Police

    pp. 10 1 places 1 organizations

    Report on police killings, growth in police strength, and new police powers in South Africa.

  • article

    Review: Censorship

    pp. 11 2 people 5 places 12 organizations

    Review of censorship laws and their impact on publications in South Africa.

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    Destabilization - Focussed on Lesotho

    pp. 12 1 people 5 places 5 organizations

    South Africa's destabilization efforts against Lesotho, including sabotage and misinformation campaigns.