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flag Franklin Sonn, South Africa’s first democratic ambassador to the U.S. and anti-apartheid leader, has died at 86.

flag Franklin Sonn, South Africa’s first democratic ambassador to the U.S. and a key figure in the anti-apartheid movement, has died at 86. flag Appointed by Nelson Mandela, he served as ambassador during a pivotal era of national transition and global reintegration. flag A respected educator and business leader, Sonn advanced economic empowerment, co-founded black-owned enterprises, and championed education reform. flag President Cyril Ramaphosa and political leaders from across the spectrum honored his legacy, citing his lifelong dedication to justice, equality, and national unity.

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