Raymond Mhlaba

Raymond Mhlaba (February 12, 1920-February 20, 2005) was an anti-apartheid activist and leader of the African National Congress (ANC).

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February 12 - 1920 - February 20 - 2005 - Apartheid - African National Congress

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Mhlaba spent 25 years of his life in prison. Well known for being sentenced, along with Nelson Mandela, in the Rivonia Trial, he was an active member of the ANC and the South African Communist Party (SACP) all his adult life. His kindly manner brought him the nickname "Oom Ray".

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Nelson Mandela - Rivonia Trial - South African Communist Party

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