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South Africa reopens investigation into Steve Biko's death after 48 years

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Police officers killed the anti-apartheid activist while he was in detention in 1977.

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  • South African authorities have reopened the investigation into Steve Biko's death. 5s
  • Steve Biko, founder of the Black Consciousness Movement, died in police custody 48 years ago. 16s
  • An initial investigation cleared police, but later confessions of assault emerged after apartheid. 32s
  • Biko became a symbol for black liberation and the anti-apartheid movement. 43s
  • The case's reopening is part of efforts to provide closure to Biko's family and society. 50s
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