On May 9, 1899, the African Political Organization (APO) was founded in Cape Town, South Africa. Initially formed to fight discriminatory laws against people of color, especially those classified as \”Coloured,\” the APO quickly became a critical voice for all Black South Africans. Led by Abdullah Abdurahman, it set the stage for future political activism against apartheid. Its early struggle shows the continuity of Black-led resistance long before apartheid became officially codified.
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