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The author and political activist published four books and received top accolades for his work

Achmat Dangor , Verne Harris, Victoria Collis-Buthelezi and Mandla Langa discuss Nelson Mandela's biography. Picture: ON POINT PR

Achmat Dangor, an author and political activist who served as CEO of the Nelson Mandela Foundation, has died, his brother said on Sunday. “It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our brother Achmat Dangor. He is mourned by his wife Audrey Elster, his children Yasmin, Zane and Zachary, his grandchildren and his brothers and sister. Achmat will be buried in accordance with Muslim burial rites later today,” said Zane Dangor.ANC spokesperson Pule Mabe said the party “dips its banner to this revolutionary”.

“In Achmat Dangor, the country has lost an important voice, but we can take comfort that his light will keep shining through his books and other writings.”

 

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