1993
Assassination of Chris Hani
Chris Hani, SACP leader and senior ANC figure, was assassinated by right-wing conspirators, bringing the country close to collapse during negotiations.
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political-violence
Chris Hani, SACP leader and senior ANC figure, was assassinated by right-wing conspirators, bringing the country close to collapse during negotiations.
Significance
Mandela's public appeal for calm helped preserve the transition; the killing accelerated agreement on an election date.
Why it matters
Mandela's public appeal for calm helped preserve the transition; the killing accelerated agreement on an election date.