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What major issue did Botha's administration face internally?

  • Economic depression

  • Widespread human rights abuses

  • Natural disaster

  • Large-scale emigration

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The answer highlights the crucial internal challenge confronted by Botha's administration: widespread human rights abuses. These abuses were characterized by the suppression of political dissent, the detention of activists without trial, and the use of excessive force against civilians. Domestically, this issue garnered significant criticism and fueled political unrest, tarnishing the administration's reputation and galvanizing opposition movements.
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