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Winnie Mandela discharged from hospital after kidney infection • Mar. 30, 2025, 3:18 AM ET (The Standard)

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Also Known As Winnie Mandela • Nomzamo Winifred Madikizela • Nkosikazi Nobandla Nomzamo Madikizela
Born September 26, 1936 • Pondoland • Transkei
Died April 2, 2018 (aged 81) • Johannesburg • South Africa
Political Affiliation African National Congress
Notable Family Members spouse Nelson Mandela

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