ANC unveils wall of remembrance for Winnie Madikizela-Mandela

President Cyril Ramaphosa has made a poignant visit to the birthplace of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela in Bizana, Eastern Cape, as the African National Congress (ANC) prepares for an official memorial service in her honor. This comes on the heels of the unveiling of a commemorative wall at the ANC headquarters at Luthuli House in Johannesburg. The wall has become a focal point for tributes and messages of support from individuals paying their respects to the late struggle icon. The outpouring of emotions and sentiments displayed at Luthuli House serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of Ma Winnie Madikizela-Mandela. Messages left on the wall express not only sorrow at her passing but also reverence for her unwavering commitment to the struggle against apartheid and dedication to the liberation of the South African people. One message reads, 'Go well, spear of the nation,' while another implores that 'Africa must return to its rightful owners.' These poignant messages encapsulate the deep impact that Ma Winnie had on the hearts and minds of her compatriots. President Ramaphosa's presence in Bizana underscores the national significance of Ma Winnie's contributions to the freedom movement in South Africa. As he prepares to deliver the keynote address at the ANC's memorial service, he carries with him the collective grief and gratitude of a nation mourning the loss of an icon. The memorial wall at Luthuli House not only serves as a site of remembrance but also as a symbol of unity and solidarity among South Africans. In commemorating Ma Winnie's life and legacy, people from all walks of life come together to honor her memory and to recommit themselves to the ideals for which she so fervently fought. As the nation mourns the passing of a fearless fighter, it also celebrates the enduring spirit of resistance and resilience that she embodied. Amidst the sadness of Ma Winnie's passing, there is also a sense of pride in her indomitable spirit and unwavering dedication to the cause of freedom. As South Africa bids farewell to one of its most iconic figures, the legacy of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela lives on in the hearts and minds of all those who continue to strive for a more just and equitable society.