TED-Ed: How did Apartheid happen, and how did it finally end? | Thula Simpson

The video explores the history of apartheid in South Africa, detailing its origins, policies, and impact on the black majority. It covers the colonial history that led to segregation, the rise of apartheid under the National Party, and the resistance movements led by groups like the ANC. The video also discusses the international response to apartheid and the eventual reforms that led to its end, culminating in Nelson Mandela's election as the first black president of South Africa.

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