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UFS flies flag at half-mast in honour of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela
Nomzamo Winifred Madikizela-Mandela.

Known to many as the Mother of the Nation, Nomzamo Winifred Madikizela-Mandela has died at the age of 81 on Monday 2 April 2018. She passed away after a period of illness that saw her in and out of hospital.
 
In honour of this struggle icon, the University of the Free State will fly its flags half-mast as a symbol of respect. 

The university conveys its condolences to the family and friends of the late Ms Madikizela-Mandela. 

The contributions made by Mama Winnie in the struggle against apartheid will live on, and the world will treasure her fierce spirit forever.

Rest in peace Mbokodo, Mother of the Nation.

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Students visit Vice-Chancellor at home
2012-09-26

Photo: Kaleidoscope
26 September 2012

The first-years and house committee members from the residences JBM Hertzog and NJ van der Merwe had the opportunity to visit Prof. Jonathan Jansen, Vice-Chancellor and Rector, and his wife, Grace, at their home in Bloemfontein during September 2012. During this fun-filled day students had the opportunity to relax, make merry and enjoy a meal together. WP Wahl, Assistant-Director: Assistant Director: Residence Life, says it was a wonderful opportunity to visit Prof. Jansen and his wife.

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