Winnie Mandela
Winnie Mandela The shield of hope for us women The black bird that stood firm on thorny branches enduring the pain The silver lining on the dark cloud of chauvinism and yes I mean an inspiration 'IHAWU LOKUZIPHUNGELA!' Resilience was her motto, Determination her push factor Independence her own goal Standing firm on a world which pressed down women elevating males..'IMBOKODO!' The voice of thunder sending old men away gnashing their teeth and their knees trembling in fear The gourd of wisdom, if you sat next to her you could quench your thirst for knowledge. The flower that bloomed even in stormy weathers I stand firm with confidence to share that 'no shadow intimidated her' A well of courage where we all draw water the water of confidence and resilience . My people a heroine has moved to the next life 'INDLOVUKAZI IKHOTHEME!' Leaving us with words of encouragement memories to keep us going, a light in our quest for freedom ...