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The Native Land Act of 1913 is a landmark piece of legislation that had far-reaching economic effects on South Africa’s black population. The Act, which was enacted by the apartheid government, limited African land ownership to a mere seven percent of the country’s total land area. Besides social impacts, the Native Land Act of 1913 […]

The Native Land Act of 1913 is regarded as one of the most destructive pieces of legislation in South African history. The act was designed to limit black people’s access to land, making it easier for white people to acquire land. This essay will explore what was the social impact of the Native Land Act […]