The Trials of Winnie Mandela (2026) is a documentary web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The Trials of Winnie Mandela online in HD.
The Trials of Winnie Mandela — Storyline
The story unfolds from the perspective of Madikizela-Mandela’s granddaughters, HRH Princess Zaziwe Manaway (née Dlamini) and HRH Princess Swati Mandela-Dlamini, as they set out to find the essence of their iconic grandmother, affectionately known to them as ‘Big Mommy’. Through their journey, the story pieces together a portrait shaped by personal accounts, family memory, and public record.
Cast & Crew
- Created by: Mandy Jacobson, C.A. van Aswegen, Ivor Ichikowitz
- Starring: Winnie Mandela, Swati Mandela-Dlamini, Zaziwe Manaway
The Trials of Winnie Mandela — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2026-04-23 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 7 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Network | Netflix |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 10/10 (1 votes) |
The Trials of Winnie Mandela — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Chapter 1: MRS MANDELA – The Wife of Nelson Mandela (1936 – 1976) (2026-04-23) — Winnie Madikizela-Mandela has died, and South Africa is divided over how she should be remembered. As the nation mourns and debates whether she was saint or sinner, the story retur
- E2: Chapter 2: ZANYIWE – To Be Tested (1977-1988) (2026-04-23) — Banished to the white conservative town of Brandfort, Winnie is isolated from her family and the movement she represents. Yet exile strengthens her myth. Against all odds she conti
- E3: Chapter 3: WINNIE – Fair and Pure (1988 – 1989) (2026-04-23) — Soweto descends into fear and chaos as the apartheid security police continue to stoke the fires of distrust and suspicion amongst the residents. Vigilantes patrol the streets. Bru
- E4: Chapter 4: NOBANDLA – She Who Is of the People (1990 – 1996) (2026-04-23) — Nelson Mandela walks free, Apartheid falls and becomes President of a democratic South Africa. The love story that once captivated the world fractures under the weight of politics
- E5: Chapter 5: WINIFRED – Friend of Peace (1996 – 1997) (2026-04-23) — In 1997, Winnie and members of the Mandela United Football Club are subpoenaed before the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, chaired by Archbishop Desmond Tutu. For over a week,
- E6: Chapter 6: NOMZAMO – Mother of Endeavour (1998 – 2013) (2026-04-23) — Winnie faces yet another trial – this time over fraud convictions. At the same time, she shares a meeting with unexpected old friends: former apartheid policeman Paul Erasmus, the
- E7: Chapter 7: WINIFRED NOMZAMO ZANYIWE MANDELA MADIKIZELA (2013 – 2018) (2026-04-23) — More than two decades after they were last seen alive in Winnie’s backyard, the remains of two young activists are exhumed from an unmarked grave in Soweto. Their bodies are finall
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The Trials of Winnie Mandela have? 1 season(s) with 7 episodes.
Who created The Trials of Winnie Mandela? Mandy Jacobson, C.A. van Aswegen, Ivor Ichikowitz.
Where can I watch The Trials of Winnie Mandela? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
