Winnie Madikizela-Mandela ( born Nomzamo Winifred Zanyiwe Madikizela ; 26 September 1936 ) is a South African activist and politician who has held several government positions and headed the African National Congress Women 's League .
Winnie Madikizela -- Mandela ( born Nomzamo Winfreda Zanyiwe Madikizela ; 26 September 1936 ) is a South African politician . She has held several government positions and headed the African National Congress Women 's League .