In 1994, the world witnessed significant events, including the end of apartheid in South Africa. Nelson Mandela was elected as the country's first black president, marking a historic transition to democracy. This year also saw the signing of the Oslo Accords, which aimed to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. In the realm of technology, 1994 was notable for the rise of the internet. The first version of the popular web browser Netscape Navigator was released, making it easier for people to access and navigate the web. This year laid the groundwork for the digital age we experience today.