Politics & Government

Bloodless Coup in Ciskei Removes Sebe

Lennox Sebe, the long-standing President of Ciskei, was ousted by a military coup led by Brigadier Oupa Gqozo. The coup, notable for its lack of violence, marked a significant shift in the political landscape of the Ciskei Bantustan. Major power struggles within the region had created ripe conditions for a military takeover, reflecting broader tensions in South Africa during this period of upheaval. The coup was executed swiftly and effectively, resulting in Sebe's removal and Gqozo's ascension to power, thus ending Sebe's contentious rule.

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