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Thousands gather for funeral of Winnie Mandela

Thousands of mourners gathered in South Africa's Soweto township to bid farewell to anti-apartheid activist Winnie Madikizela-Mandela this morning, in a funeral ceremony that united the nation as people from various political divides celebrated her life.
News • 14 Apr 18

Thousands gather to pay tribute to Winnie Mandela

Thousands of mourners have flocked to the heart of South Africa's Soweto township, a centre of anti-apartheid resistance, to pay tribute to Nelson Mandela's former wife and struggle hero Winnie Mandela.
World • 11 Apr 18

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