Some people just can't recognize the merits of respecting and upholding a family name.
It is possible that a legacy is about to die...
The Mandela name lived on after Winnie was found to have ordered the murder, rape and torture of men women and children..
I just read that she threatened the accuser in this case.. Sent one of her bodyguards to pay them a visit and ask them if they wanted to join her to 'discuss' the matter at her home.. haha... Never to be seen or heard from again..
They declined... This girl won't make it to court to testify..
I dont know much about the wife, but she is not a Mandela by birthright. Its not the same as when male heirs of the family name disgrace the legacy their forefathers left.
I know that paternal lineage is not a big issue in some cultures, but it is still a consideration to many.
The fact that his grandson has already been accused, already tarnishes whatever his granddad stood for. "Taking care" of the problem doesnt help in the long run either.
I don't know how old you are, but she was the face of the crusade to get Mandela freed.
She was there arm and arm when he walked out of prison.
The world knows who she is and what she did.
No one knows who this grandson is.
i read some old articles that looked pertinent to his marriage to Winnie. i make my case. she does not affect the Mandela name and brand. but his kids and grandkids do.
http://www.maravipost.com/life-and-style/people/5079-why-nelson-mandela-never-forgave-ex-wife,-winnie.html
http://www.ndtv.com/world-news/nelson-mandela-and-his-three-wives-evelyn-winnie-and-graca-543556
http://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/feb/03/nelson-mandela-will-nothing-winnie-madikizela