Apartheid

APARTHEID: Afrikaans word for "the state of being apart"; system of racial segregation in South Africa enforced through legislation by the National Party (NP) governments in power from 1948 to 1994

Apartheid was the system of racial segregation in South Africa. Its etymological meaning is 'separation'. This system consisted of the creation of separate places for different racial groups. Was the exclusive power of the white race over the black race, the vote restricted and prohibited marriage or sexual relations between whites and blacks. Its purpose was to retain power for the white minority (21% of the population). It was in force until the 90's.

Apartheid consisted of the division of racial groups to "promote" development. All this movement was led by the white race, which established laws to cultural, social, economic and political level. This system produced revolutions and resistance on the part of non-white citizens.