1980 Ciskei independence referendum

An independence referendum was held in the South African Bantustan of Ciskei on 4 December 1980.^[1] Over 99% of voters voted in favour,^[1] and Ciskei was declared independent in 1981 after the Status of Ciskei Act, 1981 was passed by the South African government.^[2] The results of the referendum were announced on 17 December.^[3]

1980 Ciskei independence referendum

4 December 1980
Should the Ciskei become independent?
Results
Choice Votes  % Yes 295,891 99.45% No 1,642 0.55% Valid votes 297,533 99.27% Invalid or blank votes 2,198 0.73% Total votes 299,731 100.00% Registered voters/turnout 503,000 59.59%

Results

Choice	Votes	%
For	295,891	99.45
Against	1,642	0.55
Invalid/blank votes	2,198	–
Total	299,731	100
Registered voters/turnout	~504,000	~60
Source:African Elections Database