Referendum on draft constitution
A referendum on the Turnhalle plan was held in South West Africa on 18 May 1977.[1] In the Whites-only referendum,[2] the draft constitution was approved by 94.69% of voters.[1] However, following pressure from the United Nations Security Council, the constitution was never enacted.[2]
Results
Choice
|
Votes
|
%
|
For |
30,329 |
94.69
|
Against |
|
5.31
|
Invalid/blank votes |
|
–
|
Total |
|
100
|
Eligible voters/turnout |
51,975 |
64.90
|
Source: Direct Democracy
|
References