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Winnie Mandela

Winnie Mandela was a prominent South African anti-apartheid activist and the wife of Nelson Mandela. She dedicated her life to fighting racial segregation and injustice under South Africa's apartheid system. Known for her activism, she led protests and was involved in efforts to support oppressed Black South Africans. Her leadership was sometimes controversial due to allegations of involvement in violent activities, though she remained a significant figure in the struggle for equality. Winnie Mandela's work helped draw international attention to apartheid, and she is remembered as a resilient symbol of resistance and the fight for human rights.