WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -South Africa was a colony of Great Britain for many years. The country became independent on December 11, 1931. However, the British monarch remained head of state. On May 31, in the year 1961, South Africa finally became a republic, cutting off all formal ties with Great Britain, and emerged as an independent nation.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pre-Crisis Phase (May 31, 1910-June 13, 1913): South Africa formally achieved its independence from Britain on May 31, 1910. General Louis Botha formed a government as prime minister on May 31, 1910.

Detailed explanation-3: -South African Republic Independent sovereignty of the republic was formally recognised by Great Britain with the signing of the Sand River Convention on 17 January 1852.

Detailed explanation-4: -The country became a republic following a referendum (only open to white voters) which narrowly passed; the British-dominated Natal province largely voted against the proposal. Queen Elizabeth II lost the title Queen of South Africa, and the last Governor-General, Charles Robberts Swart, became State President.

Detailed explanation-5: -Today in history: Ghana becomes first African country to gain independence from colonial rule, and more-World News.