| Country: | Southern Rhodesia |
| Yes: | 25,570 |
| No: | 14,729 |
| Invalid: | 295 |
| Electorate: | 49,068 |
A referendum on the formation of the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland was held in Southern Rhodesia on 9 April 1953. The proposal was approved by 63.45% of voters.[1]
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| align=left colspan=3 | Source: Direct Democracy |