An anti-apartheid activist is someone who opposes the system of apartheid, a policy of racial segregation and discrimination that was enforced in South Africa from 1948 to the early 1990s. These activists worked to promote equality and human rights for all people, regardless of their race. They organized protests, raised awareness, and fought against unjust laws that oppressed the non-white population. Notable anti-apartheid activists include Nelson Mandela, who became a global symbol of the struggle against apartheid. Many activists faced imprisonment, violence, or exile for their efforts. Their collective actions ultimately contributed to the dismantling of apartheid and the establishment of a democratic South Africa.