The Citizen: Volkies and Marais Viljoen share the spoils in thrilling 27-27 Noordvaal Cup semi-final
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Marais Viljoen
Marais Viljoen, was a South African politician who served as the last ceremonial State President of South Africa from 4 June 1979 until 3 September 1984. Viljoen became the last of the ceremonial presidents of South Africa when he was succeeded in 1984 by Prime Minister P. W. Botha, who combined the offices into an executive state presidency.
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politics · President of South Africa from 1979 to 1984 · politician · minister · also Marais Viljoen, Viljoen
Born 2 December 1915 · Died 4 January 2007 · Q359566
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2026· 2 entries
The Citizen: Marais Viljoen bids heartfelt farewell to matric rugby players after final home game
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2007· 1 entry
Died 2007-01-04.
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1979· 2 entries
Career landmark: State President of South Africa (1979–1984).
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Viljoen held the post of non-executive State President from 4 June 1979 until 3 September 1984
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1961· 1 entry
,while he served as MP for Alberton, is named after him
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1915· 1 entry
Born 1915-12-02.
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