Jacob Zuma pays respects to Madikizela-Mandela's family
Updated | By Gaopalelwe Phalaetsile, Nushera Soodyal
Former president, Jacob Zuma has personally sent his condolences to the family of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela following her death on Monday.
Zuma spoke to the media outside Madikizela-Mandela's Soweto home after spending some time with her family.
A few of his supporters gathered there - with people shouting 'Zuma, my president'. He expressed sadness and shock at her death.
He says Madikizela-Mandela was a mother to her family, the African National Congress and the nation.
Thereafter, ANC Chief Whip in Parliament, Jackson Mthembu arrived at the struggle icon's home. Members of the ANC Women's League will again be paying their respects.
At 3pm, The ANC will be holding a media briefing at Luthuli House to explain details of Ma Winnie's memorial.
Madikizela-Mandela died on Monday at the age of 81. A special state funeral will be held at Orlando Stadium on April 14.
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