Son confirms Zindzi Mandela tested positive for Covid-19
The son of the late Zindzi Mandela has confirmed that his mother tested positive for Covid-19 on the eve of her death.
Zindzi was rushed to a Johannesburg hospital on Sunday night where she later died in the early hours of Monday morning.
Speaking on SABC on Wednesday night, Zondwa Mandela confirmed the news but said her cause of death was not yet clear.
The family is still awaiting the autopsy results.
“My mother did in fact test positive for Covid-19 on the day of her passing, although this for me doesn’t mean she died of Covid-related complications but just that she tested positive for it,” Zondwa told the public broadcaster.
“There were several other tests done and those tests will give us further information on what could have led to her untimely death.”
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The 59-year-old Mandela served as South Africa's ambassador to Denmark.
She will be laid to rest on Friday at 7am.
“As things stand, by virtue of the fact there was a positive test, we are obligated to work within the framework of such cases,” Zondwa said.
“We are going to confirm to the laws and regulations.”
Zondwa added that some members of the family will also be tested for the virus.
“We have taken all the necessary steps to make sure everyone is cleared, and everyone’s health is intact.”
Zindzi is survived by her husband and four children, including Zoleka Mandela.