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The United Democratic Front (UDF) was an anti-apartheid body that incorporated many anti-apartheid organisations. It was launched in 1983, in Mitchells Plain.

SAHO is pleased to share an updated online feature on the history of the UDF, as well as some new profiles of key UDF leaders.

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Albertina Nontsikelelo Sisulu

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