APARTHEID South Africa - First-Hand History: Prof. Eric Louw & Dr. Frank Salter - PART 2/3

Apartheid, Segregation, Homelands - what does it all mean?This video is the second installment of a three-part series that delves into South Africa's socio-political landscape. Professor Eric Louw offers a first-hand account of the nation's decline into what many consider a failed state, emphasising the growing hostility towards the white minority.In this episode, Dr. Frank Salter from the British Australian Community and Professor Eric Louw, author & retired academic from the University of Queensland, provide insights into South Africa's transition from apartheid to its present-day challenges. Louw, with his rich background and personal experiences, discusses the political dynamics and historical events that have shaped modern South Africa.The episode covers the origins of apartheid in the 1930s and the efforts of its architects, like DF Malan, to gain support among Afrikaners. It delves into the ideological battles between British imperialists, moderate nationalists, and radical nationalists in South Africa's early 20th-century political scene. The discussion highlights the role of World War II in shifting the political landscape and the Afrikaner response to wartime policies, leading to demographic shifts and the apartheid government's rise in 1948.The episode examines the apartheid government's initial policies to uplift the Afrikaner poor while segregating the black population, addressing the pressures faced by the regime. The complex nature of apartheid policies, including the creation of ethnic homelands and the economic pressures on the white and internationalist business community, is also discussed.This episode is a valuable resource for those interested in South African history, political communications, and the future of race relations within the western world. Join the British Australian Community in our mission to advocate for the interests of Australians of European descent. Visit our website and consider becoming a member.