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In conclusion, the proclaimed independence of Bophuthatswana serves not as a definitive assertion of sovereignty but rather as a complex intertwining of historical grievances, economic realities, and political maneuvering. The dream of self-determination, while celebrated amidst fanfare, is undercut by the stark reality that true independence remains elusive in a politically charged environment dominated by external pressures and historical legacies. Whether Bophuthatswana can navigate its future as anything other than an extension of South Africa remains to be seen, as it grapples with the dualities of nationhood in the context of separation and dependency.