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A referendum on the Turnhalle plan was held in South West Africa on 18 May 1977. In the Whites-only referendum, the draft constitution was approved by 94.69% of voters. However, following pressure from the United Nations Security Council, the constitution was never enacted.

Results

Choice Votes %
For 30,329 94.69
Against 5.31
Invalid/blank votes –
Total 100
Eligible voters/turnout 51,975 64.90
Source: Direct Democracy

References

  1. ^ Südwestafrika (Namibia), 18. Mai 1977: Turnhalle-Plan für die Unabhängigkeit [South West Africa, 18 May 1977: Turnhalle plan for independence] Direct Democracy (in German)
  2. ^ The Long Road to Independence Archived 2012-09-14 at archive.today Vantaa
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