Sharpeville massacre survivors start legal fight for justice in South Africa

In 1960, police shot and killed people at a protest in Sharpeville, South Africa. Survivors and their families are now suing the government, citing a law that has prevented them from seeking damages for decades.

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  1. Sep 3Victims sue South African government over 1961 Sharpeville massacre that left 91 dead
  2. Sep 3Sharpeville massacre survivors file class action lawsuit in South Africa

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Philadelphia InquirerLean Left· 26d ago· ran in 2 outlets

Sharpeville massacre survivors file class action lawsuit in South Africa

BloombergLean Left· 26d ago

South Africa May Face Class Action Over Sharpeville Massacre

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Sharpeville massacre survivors file class action lawsuit in South Africa

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Al JazeeraLean Left· 26d ago

Victims sue South African government over 1960 Sharpeville massacre

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Victims sue South African government over 1961 Sharpeville massacre that left 91 dead

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