Celebs remember Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, one year on since her death

02 April 2019 - 14:27
By Thabile Mokone
Winnie Madikizela-Mandela.
Image: WireImage The Exile of Winnie Mandela Winnie Madikizela-Mandela.

Today marks exactly one year since the passing of struggle stalwart and the "Mother of the Nation", Winnie Madikizela-Mandela.

Born in the Eastern Cape on 26 September 1936, Madikizela-Mandela, was one of the most well-known female activists in South Africa.

On the anniversary of her death, South Africans have shared messages of remembrance for one of the country's most prolific figures.  Among those who remembered Mama (as she was affectionately known) were some of the country's leading political figures, actors and musicians.

Here are some of their tributes: