The Naming and Historical Identity of South Africa

Some Pan-Africanist groups prefer to call South Africa '______', a name with historical significance.

Cradle of Humankind significance

Taung Child importance

Oldowan tools in Vaal River valley

As they moved southward, the Bantu-speaking communities either ______ or ______ the original Khoisan inhabitants.

Southern Africa's exploration by Europeans commenced with ______, a Portuguese navigator, who in 1487, navigated around the ______, initiating the era of maritime exploration and eventual colonization.

Decline of Portuguese Dominance - 17th Century

Dutch East India Company - Cape of Good Hope

British Seizure - Napoleonic Wars

In the late ______ century, the discovery of ______ and ______ led to economic expansion and increased European settlement, intensifying the subjugation of native populations.

The ______, established by settlers of Dutch origin known as ______, engaged in conflict with the ______ Empire in the ______.

South Africa obtained legislative freedom from the ______ in 1931 through the ______ of ______ and remained neutral during ______.

The neutrality of South Africa during ______ caused a split within the ______ party in power at the time.

National Party's role post-WWII

International response to apartheid

ANC's significance in 1994 elections

The nation is dealing with increased ______ and widespread ______, affecting its governance.

______ incidents have also been a concern in South Africa.