Question

How did the international community respond to South Africa’s policies in the 1980s?

by refusing to buy South African goods
by setting up a blockade around the country
by threatening to declare war on South Africa
by negotiating treaties between different groups

Answer 1

In the 1980s, the international community predominantly responded to South Africa's policies, particularly its apartheid system, by **refusing to buy South African goods**. Many countries implemented economic sanctions and boycotts against South Africa, which included embargoes on various goods and financial ties. Additionally, there were efforts to promote divestment from companies operating in South Africa and to support anti-apartheid movements. While there were diplomatic negotiations and discussions around treaties, the primary and most widespread response involved economic sanctions and boycotts rather than military action or a formal blockade.