HISTORIC TIMELINE
1652Establishment of Dutch Cape Colony
The Dutch established the first European settlement at Table Bay.
1795First British Occupation
The British occupied the Dutch Cape Colony during the first invasion.
1806Battle of Blaauwberg
The British regained control of the Cape after a decisive battle.
1910Formation of the Union of South Africa
The Union was created from the amalgamation of four colonies.
1948Imposition of Apartheid
The National Party institutionalised racial segregation with apartheid laws.
1994End of Apartheid
Universal elections marked the end of apartheid and the start of a new democracy.
1961Republic of South Africa Established
South Africa became a republic following a referendum.