Dumisani Kumalo
South African diplomat and anti-apartheid activist
About Dumisani Kumalo
Lived 1947 – 2019 (aged 71). Dumisani Kumalo was a South African politician, diplomat and anti-apartheid activist.
Dumisani Shadrack Kumalo (16 September 1947 – 20 January 2019) was a South African anti-apartheid activist and diplomat, who served as the Permanent Representative of South Africa to the United Nations.
Early life He was born in Kwambunda, Natal on the banks of the Blood River. His father was a carpenter and preacher and his mother a counsellor and midwife. He was survived by his wife Tikky and two sons.
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Who was Dumisani Kumalo?
South African diplomat and anti-apartheid activist
When was Dumisani Kumalo born?
Dumisani Kumalo was born on 16 September 1947 in Natal (province), South Africa.
When did Dumisani Kumalo die?
Dumisani Kumalo died on 20 January 2019 in Midrand.
What was Dumisani Kumalo's occupation?
Dumisani Kumalo was a politician, diplomat and anti-apartheid activist.
What nationality was Dumisani Kumalo?
Dumisani Kumalo was South African.
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