Bhisho Massacre

The Bhisho Massacre occurred on March 7, 1997, in Bhisho, South Africa, when police opened fire on a peaceful protest by Members of the ANC's armed wing, Umkhonto we Sizwe, demanding better treatment and resources for former liberation fighters. The police shot into the crowd, killing 28 people and injuring many more. The event highlighted tensions between government forces and liberation fighters, exposing challenges during South Africa's transition from apartheid to democracy. It remains a significant moment in the country's history, symbolizing the struggles faced in achieving reconciliation and justice.