South Africa: Zoleka Mandela, Activist and Author, Dies Aged 43

Cape Town — Author and activist Zoleka Mandela, granddaughter of Nelson and Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, has died.

TimesLIVE reports that she was admitted to hospital on September 18, 2023 for ongoing treatment for metastatic cancer in the hip, liver, lung, pelvis, brain and spinal cord.

Her family confirmed the news of her passing in a statement on her Instagram timeline. “Zoleka passed away on the evening of Monday surrounded by friends and family. Our sincerest gratitude to the medical team that took care of her,” read the statement.
By Allafrica