We are honoured to present a celebration to launch Brandfort: Liberation Capital [1977-86] at the site of its inception, Mam’Winnie Madikizela-Mandela’s banishment home, 802 Mothupi Street, Majwemasweu, Brandfort on Friday 31 October, 2025
Join the community of Majwemasweu to celebrate the life of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, her time spent in their part of the Free State, and the publication which holds a collection of their shared stories Brandfort: Liberation Capital [1977-86]. The event will commence at Mam’Winnie’s old home, which is now the Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Museum, and will include live poetry readings, performances, featured talks from local contributors to the publication and more.
When: Friday 31 October 2025 9am – 1pm
Where: The Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Museum, 802 Mothupi Street, Winnie Mandela Town
To purchase The Chronic: Brandfort, Liberation Capital [1977-86] head to our online shop or visit Chimurenga Factory at 157 Victoria Road, Woodstock.
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