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Winkie Direko (Isabella Winkie Direko) was born on 27 November, 1929 in Botshabelo, Bloemfontein, Union of South Africa, is a South African politician. Discover Winkie Direko's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is she in this year and how she spends money? Also learn how she earned most of networth at the age of 82 years old?
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Isabella Winkie Direko |
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| Age |
82 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Sagittarius |
| Born |
27 November, 1929 |
| Birthday |
27 November |
| Birthplace |
Botshabelo, Bloemfontein, Union of South Africa |
| Date of death |
17 February, 2012 |
| Died Place |
Bloemfontein, South Africa |
| Nationality |
South Africa
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Winkie Direko Height, Weight & Measurements
At 82 years old, Winkie Direko height not available right now. We will update Winkie Direko's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Dating & Relationship status
She is currently single. She is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about She's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, She has no children.
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Winkie Direko Net Worth
Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Winkie Direko worth at the age of 82 years old? Winkie Direko’s income source is mostly from being a successful politician. She is from South Africa. We have estimated Winkie Direko's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
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Not Available |
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Not Available |
| Source of Income |
politician |
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Timeline
Her parents initially resided in Waaihoek before the forced removals in the 1920s.
They were then forced to move back to Botshabelo.
Her name Winkie was initially her nickname but she later adopted it as her official name.
Within political ranks she became known as Ausi Winkie or Mistress Winkie.
She spent the later part of her childhood in the Heidedal township of Bloemfontein – predominantly an area for Coloured South Africans.
She started her primary education at the Anglican St. Alban's Church School in Botshabelo and later attended St Patrick's Higher Primary School.
Winkie completed her training as a teacher at the Modderpoort Teachers Training Institution near Ladybrand.
She then returned to Bloemfontein to take up a teaching post.
She worked at Sehunelo High School as a teacher and then moved up the ranks as a deputy-principal and subsequently as the head principal of the school.
Direko obtained her Master's in Education degree at the University of the Free State.
Isabella Winkie Direko (27 November 1929 – 17 February 2012) was a South African politician born in the Free State province of South Africa.
Isabella Winkie Direko was born on 27 November 1929 in Botshabelo near Bloemfontein.
She spent her childhood with her parents at her paternal grandmother's home.
Her political career began in 1977 when she became part of the delegation urging the then Minister of Education, Dr F. Hartzenberg, to allow black African students to register with the University of the Orange Free State; this effort was unsuccessful.
Through further negotiations with the ministry, the delegation succeeded in acquiring the establishment of the Vista University in Bloemfontein.
The university was established in terms of Act 106 of 1981 and came into existence on 1 January 1982.
When appointed Premier, Direko was 70 years old and had only five years' experience in full-time politics.
She was a member of the African National Congress and served as Premier of the Free State from 1999 to 2004.
She was sworn in as Premier of the Free State on 15 June 1999.
Direko died on 17 February 2012 after suffering a stroke.
