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What significant event related to South Africa occurred during Rice's tenure as assistant secretary of state for African affairs?

  • Democratic transitions in South Africa

  • Outbreak of civil war in South Africa

  • Establishment of diplomatic relations with South Africa

  • South Africa joining the United Nations

Answer

During Rice's tenure as assistant secretary of state for African affairs, South Africa was in the midst of a democratic transition. In 1994, Nelson Mandela was elected president of South Africa, marking the end of apartheid. Rice played a key role in supporting the transition, and she worked closely with Mandela and other South African leaders.
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