| Full Name |
Govan Mbeki |
| Date of Birth |
08 February 1910 |
| Place of Birth |
Idutywa, Transkei, South Africa |
| Date of Death |
23 August 2001 |
| Place of Death |
Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
South Africa |
| Education |
Lovedale Institution |
| Profession |
Politician, Anti-apartheid activist |
| Years of Activity |
1940s - 2001 |
| Brief Information |
Govan Mbeki was a prominent anti-apartheid activist and politician in South Africa. He was a leader in the African National Congress (ANC) and served a life sentence on Robben Island for his political activities. Following his release, he played a role in the transition to a democratic South Africa and was the father of former South African President Thabo Mbeki. |