About
Eugène Ney Terre'Blanche was a South African Afrikaner nationalist and white supremacist. He is most infamously known as the founder and leader of the neo-Nazi Afrikaner Weerstandsbeweging (AWB). Prior to his political career, he served as a South African Police officer and worked as a farmer. Terre'Blanche was a controversial figure who played a significant role in the right-wing backlash against the collapse of apartheid in South Africa.
Career Timeline
AWB Founder
Terre'Blanche founds the Afrikaner Weerstandsbeweging (AWB), gaining notoriety for his white supremacist views.
Imprisoned for Assault
Terre'Blanche is imprisoned for assault, damaging his reputation and limiting his influence.
Resumes Leadership
Released from prison, Terre'Blanche resumes leadership of the AWB, continuing to advocate for white minority rule.
Murdered
Eugène Terre'Blanche is murdered, sparking racial tensions and highlighting the ongoing divisions in South Africa.
Beliefs Still Spread
After his death, his beliefs are still spread by followers, with varying degrees of acceptance. However, his name is largely unknown outside of the area.
Legacy Assessed
Terre'Blanche is remembered as a symbol of white resistance whose views and actions fueled racial tensions in South Africa. His legacy is widely condemned and he is largely forgotten except within white supremacist circles.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026