New Netflix documentary reexamines Winnie Mandela's divisive legacy
A new Netflix documentary series, The Trials of Winnie Mandela, explores the complex legacy of the anti-apartheid activist through the eyes of her granddaughters. The series examines both her pivotal role in the struggle against apartheid and the serious allegations of violence linked to her. It presents her personal sacrifices and controversial actions while seeking a balanced view of her life and impact.
- ▪The documentary is produced by Winnie Mandela's granddaughters, Princess Swati Dlamini-Mandela and Princess Zaziwe Mandela-Manaway.
- ▪Winnie Mandela was accused of involvement in Black-on-Black violence in the 1980s through the Mandela United Football Club.
- ▪She admitted to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission that 'things went horribly wrong' and expressed regret.
- ▪Winnie endured extensive state persecution, including 491 days in solitary confinement and repeated imprisonment.
- ▪The series was filmed before her death in 2018, allowing her to speak directly about her life and legacy.
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Africa New Netflix documentary reexamines Winnie Mandela's divisive legacy Updated May 2, 20266:00 AM ET Originally published May 2, 20266:00 AM ET By Kate Bartlett Winnie Mandela raises her fist during the funeral for 17 people who were killed during fierce rioting on Wed. March 5, 1986 in Johannesburg's Alexandra township. AP hide caption toggle caption AP JOHANNESBURG, South Africa —Winnie Madikizela-Mandela is one of the most revered —and controversial — women in South African history, but to her grandchildren the anti-apartheid icon was always just their beloved 'Big Mommy.' Now two of Mandela's granddaughters are reexamining her divisive legacy in a new Netflix documentary series called The Trials of Winnie Mandela, currently only available in Africa.
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