About Edward Bhengu
Lived 1934 – 2010 (aged 76). Edward Bhengu was a South African politician, activist and anti-apartheid activist.
Edward "Sonnyboy" Bhengu (8 November 1934 – 26 December 2010) was a South African activist and founding member of the Pan Africanist Congress of Azania.
Edward 'Sonnyboy' Bhengu, also known affectionately as 'Bra Sanza', was the older brother of poet Don Mattera and was imprisoned numerous times for his anti-apartheid activities. He died in Soweto on 26 December 2010 of liver complications.
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Who was Edward Bhengu?
South African activist (1934-2010)
When was Edward Bhengu born?
Edward Bhengu was born on 8 November 1934.
When did Edward Bhengu die?
Edward Bhengu died on 26 December 2010 in Soweto.
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Edward Bhengu was a politician, activist and anti-apartheid activist.
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Edward Bhengu was South African.
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