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WorldSharpeville massacre survivors begin legal fight for justice in South Africa

Survivors of the 1960 Sharpeville protest are taking legal action to overturn an indemnity law that prevented anyone from being prosecuted for the killings. At least 69 people died and more than 200 were injured when police opened fire on demonstrators opposing apartheid-era pass laws.

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BBBC News★★★☆☆2026-09-03 00:14Original

Sharpeville massacre survivors begin legal fight for justice in South Africa
Sharpeville massacre survivors begin legal fight for justice in South AfricaWorld