Frontline - S06E04: Apartheid Part 4: 1978-1986

Name: Apartheid Part 4: 1978-1986
Genre: Documentary, News
Released: 1987-12-15
Duration: 55 min

Dec 15, 1987Documentary, NewsSeason 6, Episode 4

When PW Botha became prime minister of South Africa two years after the Soweto uprising in 1976, he realized that apartheid must ‘adapt or die.’ Part 4 explores the reforms undertaken by Botha to maintain white supremacy, changes that have deeply divided Afrikaners and have provoked explosive reactions from many blacks.

Cast: Will Lyman

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Frontline S06E04 Synopsis

Stream Frontline "Apartheid Part 4: 1978-1986" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 1987-12-15, this episode is part of Season 6 of Frontline. Featuring performances from Will Lyman among the cast. As part of this Documentary and News series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. When PW Botha became prime minister of South Africa two years after the Soweto uprising in 1976, he realized that apartheid must ‘adapt or die.’ Part 4 explores the reforms undertaken by Botha to maintain white supremacy, changes that have deeply div...