Ntombazana Botha

Ntombazana Botha also known as Ntombazana Gertrude Winifred Botha, was a South African politician and anti-apartheid activist. She was involved in the United Democratic Front and the liberation struggle in the Eastern Cape. She later served as a Member of the National Assembly and as Deputy Minister of Provincial and Local Government and Deputy Minister of Arts and Culture. She was also an advocate for gender equality and women's development. Quotes “It shows that women’s experiences are the same. It falls on us to try to come together and make a difference in our own lives. We are in this struggle together.” Nelson Mandela Foundation “Looking at everyone here, I was thinking that we have the power to bring about change.” Nelson Mandela Foundation “We need more of this to encourage one another and strengthen one another so we can go out and do the things we’re able to do.” Nelson Mandela Foundation “We need to break barriers, break the silence and begin to address the issues.” Nelson Mandela Foundation “The transition to democracy is not just a political utopia or discourse, but is also an act of reinstating humanity to the peoples of South Africa who for decades remained hostile to one another.” South African Government External links Category:1943 births Category:2025 deaths Category:Activists from South Africa Category:Politicians from South Africa Category:Anti-apartheid activists Category:Women activists Category:Gender equality activists