1994: South African Elections - Newsnight
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Jeremy Paxman reports from Soweto, where some voters have been queuing at polling stations for over 10 hours. Despite the administration problems, the mood is optimistic. Robin Denselow reports from Natal, where there are violent tensions between the ANC and the Inkatha Freedom Party.
The first democratic elections took place in South Africa between 27 and 29 April 1994. Despite threats of violence, the voting was largely peaceful and the process was applauded by Secretary-General of the United Nations Boutros Boutros-Ghali. The ANC got 62.5% of the votes, with the Nationalists on 20.4% and the Inkharta Freedom Party on 10.5%.
Contains scenes some may find upsetting.
Originally broadcast on 9 May 1994.
