In the 1990s, South Africa took several significant steps toward democracy, beginning with the unbanning of the African National Congress (ANC) and other political organizations in 1990, which paved the way for inclusive political dialogue. The release of Nelson Mandela from prison in February 1990 symbolized a crucial turning point and fostered negotiations to end apartheid. Additionally, the 1994 general elections marked the first time all South Africans could vote, resulting in Mandela's election as the country's first Black president and solidifying the transition to a democratic government.
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