Zwelibanzi Hlongwane is primarily known as the first husband of Zindziswa Mandela, the daughter of South African anti-apartheid activists Nelson Mandela and Winnie Madikizela-Mandela.
Although not much is publicly known about his career, his connection to one of South Africa’s most prominent families has kept him in the public eye.
Hlongwane’s marriage to Zindzi Mandela brought him into the spotlight, particularly because of Zindzi’s active role in South African politics and her family’s important legacy.
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- – Full name: Zwelibanzi Hlongwane
- – Date of birth: None
- – Age: None
- – Gender: Male
- – Place of birth: South Africa
- – Nationality: South African
- – Occupation: None
- – Height: None
- – Parents: None
- – Siblings: None
- – Spouse: Zindziswa Mandela (divorced)
- – Children: Zoleka Mandela, Zondwa Mandela, Bambatha Mandela, Zwelabo Mandela-Hlongwane
- – Relationship status: Divorced
- – Religion: None
- – Ethnicity: None
- – Net worth: $400,000
Early life and education
Details of Zwelibanzi Hlongwane’s early life and education are not widely known. His background, including information about his parents and siblings, remains largely undocumented. Likewise, details of his schooling or any university education he may have pursued are not well documented.
Personal life
Zwelibanzi Hlongwane’s most publicized relationship was with Zindziswa Mandela. The couple married in 1992 and had four children: Zoleka Mandela (born 1980), Zondwa Mandela (born 1985), Bambatha Mandela (born 1989), and Zwelabo Mandela-Hlongwane (born 1992).
Their marriage eventually ended in divorce, and Zindzi Mandela remarried to Molapo Motlhajwa in 2013. Details about Hlongwane’s life after his divorce from Zindzi are scarce, and he largely stayed out of the public eye.
Career
Little is known about Zwelibanzi Hlongwane’s professional career. His public recognition comes mainly from his marriage to Zindzi Mandela and his relationship with the Mandela family.
Net worth
Zwelibanzi Hlongwane’s net worth is estimated at $400,000. His financial information has not been disclosed in public records or media sources.
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