1953 Southern Rhodesian federation referendum
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9 April 1953
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A referendum on the formation of the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland was held in Southern Rhodesia on 9 April 1953.[1] The proposal was approved by 63.45% of voters.[1]
Results
[edit | edit source]| Choice | Votes | % |
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| For | 25,570 | 63.45 |
| Against | 14,729 | 36.55 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 295 | – |
| Total | 40,594 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 49,068 | 82.73 |
| Source: Direct Democracy | ||
References
[edit | edit source]- ^ a b Southern Rhodesia, 9 April 1953: Federation with Nyasaland Direct Democracy (in German)
