South African Native National Congress

The South African Native National Congress (SANNC), founded in 1912, was a pivotal organization aimed at fighting for the rights of black South Africans under colonial rule. It sought to end racial discrimination and promote equality. The SANNC later became the African National Congress (ANC) in 1923, which played a crucial role in the struggle against apartheid. The ANC, led figures like Nelson Mandela, eventually helped dismantle the apartheid system and foster a democratic South Africa. The SANNC's establishment marked a significant step in the political mobilization of black South Africans, laying the foundation for future advocacy and resistance movements.