Albertina Sisulu

ModernPoliticianSouth Africa1918 — 2011

Mother of the Nation anti-apartheid activist.

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Quick Facts

Born

1918

Died

2011

Country

South Africa

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)30

Political (20%)74

Influence (20%)70

Legacy (20%)74

Leadership (15%)82

Strategy (15%)56

Total Score67.2

Albertina Sisulu — Complete Timeline

1940 AD

Joined ANC and Anti-Apartheid ActivismPolitical Action◆ Major

Albertina Sisulu joined the ANC and became a prominent anti-apartheid activist. She was a key organizer of the 1956 Women's March against pass laws and was repeatedly arrested and banned by the apartheid regime.

Women's MarchAnti-ApartheidActivism

Impact: nationalconstructive

1991 AD

Elected President of the ANC Women's LeaguePolitical Action◆ Major

Sisulu was elected President of the ANC Women's League, advocating for women's rights within the liberation movement. She played a key role in ensuring gender equality was included in South Africa's new constitution.

Women's LeagueGender EqualityANC

Impact: nationalconstructive

1994 AD

Served as ANC Deputy PresidentPolitical Action◆ Major

Sisulu was elected Deputy President of the ANC, becoming one of the highest-ranking women in the party. She served in Parliament and was a respected elder stateswoman until her retirement.

ANCLeadershipParliament

Impact: nationalconstructive