The struggle against Apartheid in South Africa was a long and difficult fight against a system of racial segregation and discrimination that began in 1948. This policy enforced the separation of different racial groups, severely limiting the rights of the Black majority and other non-white populations. Activists, including notable figures like Nelson Mandela, worked tirelessly to challenge these oppressive laws through protests, strikes, and international advocacy. The resistance gained momentum in the 1980s, leading to widespread unrest and global condemnation of the Apartheid regime. In 1990, Nelson Mandela was released from prison, symbolizing hope for change. The struggle culminated in the first multiracial elections in 1994, marking the official end of Apartheid and the beginning of a new era in South Africa.