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1996 - South Africa’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission Begins Hearings

South Africa’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), chaired by Archbishop Desmond Tutu, began public hearings to investigate human rights abuses committed during the apartheid era. The TRC was a cornerstone of the nation’s transition to democracy, offering victims a platform to share their stories and granting amnesty to some perpetrators in exchange for full disclosure. It remains a powerful example of restorative justice in post-conflict societies.

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