Jens Stoltenberg vs Winnie Madikizela-Mandela

Stoltenberg became Prime Minister of Norway in March 2000, leading a Labour Party minority government. His first term lasted until October 2001.

Stoltenberg returned as Prime Minister in October 2005, leading a red-green coalition government of Labour, Socialist Left, and Centre parties. He served until 2013.

Stoltenberg led Norway's response to the 2011 attacks, in which a far-right extremist killed 77 people. He advocated for openness and democracy, stating 'more democracy, more openness'.

Stoltenberg became NATO Secretary-General in October 2014, succeeding Anders Fogh Rasmussen. He led the alliance through the Russian annexation of Crimea and increased tensions with Russia.

Winnie Madikizela married Nelson Mandela, becoming his second wife. She became a prominent anti-apartheid activist in her own right, leading campaigns while Mandela was imprisoned.

Winnie was subjected to banning orders and spent 18 months in solitary confinement at Pretoria Central Prison. Her treatment became a symbol of apartheid's brutality and galvanized international support for the anti-apartheid cause.

Winnie's bodyguards, the Mandela United Football Club, were implicated in the kidnapping and murder of young activist Stompie Seipei. The scandal tarnished her reputation and led to her conviction for kidnapping, though the murder charge was dropped.

Winnie and Nelson Mandela divorced after a highly publicized separation. The divorce marked the end of their political partnership and reflected the personal toll of the struggle.