Weird Little Guys

The White Wolf

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Mar 20, 2025
A violent attack at a UN facility in Namibia unveils dark alliances linked to South Africa's apartheid history. The story dives into how a group calling themselves the White Wolves claimed responsibility for subsequent bombings. A chilling account of murderers escaping justice while maintaining notoriety is examined, highlighting the enduring impact of racial supremacy. The narrative also dissects the chaotic final years of apartheid and the complexities of international extradition laws, intertwining personal stories with broader historical reflections.
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ANECDOTE

Attack on UN Outpost

  • In 1989, Afrikaner nationalists attacked a UN outpost in Namibia, killing a guard.
  • After escaping custody, they fled to South Africa and continued their fight against the end of apartheid.
ANECDOTE

Namibian Independence

  • Namibia, formerly Southwest Africa under South African control, was transitioning to independence in 1989.
  • This caused anxiety among white South Africans who feared the end of apartheid.
INSIGHT

Government Involvement?

  • The group Aksi Contra 435, responsible for the UN outpost attack, was likely a creation of the South African government.
  • This is suggested by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's findings.
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