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Zoleka Mandela reveals her lungs have blood clots and fibrosis

Author and global activist Zoleka Mandela has been battling with cancer for many years. The author of When Hope Whispers who is struggle stalwart tata Nelson Mandela and mama Winnie Mandela’s granddaughter from their daughter Zindzi, has shared her struggles and victories with her social media followers, bringing hope to many.

The mother of the tribe has been undergoing treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation in order to fight the cancer. Recently, Zoleka shared on her social media that her CT scan revealed that she has blood clots and fibrosis in her lung.

She posted a video of herself wearing her signature smile and captioned it:

“17.09.2023 – I had a CT Scan administered a few weeks back, which have shown that I have blood clots as well as Fibrosis in my lung. This explains the chest pains I had been feeling. My Medical Oncologist has recommended blood thinners and Oral Chemo. On the upside, I’m incredibly grateful that I am still treatable! ?? I’m off to bed … Good night … Good morning, beloved hearts! ? Love, the Oros Lady (I feel like my face just gets more rotund and puffy by the day!) ? Peace. Passion. Positivity. ❤️ #TerminallyFree#ZolekaMandelaVideos.”

Social media users applauded Zoleka for her bravery and alerted her that they were praying for her, they shared:

“I have never prayed for someone l have never met like l do for you Zo. God’s healing is coming your way.”

“My God, it’s amazing how brave you are Zoe. You are a symbol of hope and positive spirit for all of us. God will bless you with many more days if only to remind his people that he is able. Love and prayer all the times ❤️❤️.”

“When two or more people come together in prayer to ask for something God, He will grant them their wishes. There are so many people out there praying for you Zo, God hears all of us.By His stripes you are healed sisi ??❤️.”

“I keep standing in faith and prayer for you Zoleka, that God’s will be done for you on earth as it is in heaven. In heaven there’s no sicknesses, therefore I declare that healing is your portion.”

Also see: Anele Mdoda speaks on her recent health issues

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