21/03/2025
On March 21, 1960, police officers in a Black township in South Africa opened fire on a group of people peacefully protesting oppressive laws. Sixty‐nine protestors were killed. The anniversary of the Sharpeville Massacre is remembered around the world on March 21, the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
On March 21, 1960, South African police officers opened fire on a group of peaceful protestors, killing 69 people. This violent attack inspired local and international action against apartheid.
