Chris Hani is a South African politician known for working as a chief of staff at uMkhonto we Sizwe.
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Breakthrough:Became a central figure in the anti-apartheid struggle as leader of the SACP in 1991
10 Quick Facts About Chris Hani
- Full Name: Chris Hani
- Nationality: South African
- Profession: Politician
- Known For: Spouse of Limpho Hani
- Date of Birth: June 28, 1942
- Age: 84 years old
- Place of Birth: Cofimvaba, Cape Province
- Marital Status: Married
- Popular As: Martin Thembisile Hani
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M
Chris Hani Age
Chris Hani is about 84 years old as of 2026. Chris Hani was born in 1942.
Education
He attended University of Fort Hare, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Latin and English.
- University of Fort Hare
- Qualification: Bachelor of Arts
- Field of Study: Latin and English
- Period: 1959-1961
Career & Work
Chris Hani's career includes public service roles with South African Communist Party and uMkhonto we Sizwe.
Organization: South African Communist Party
Role: General Secretary
Period: 1991–1993
Details: South Africa · Led the SACP during the transition from apartheid
Organization: uMkhonto we Sizwe
Role: Chief of Staff
Period: 1987–1992
Details: South Africa · Served as the military commander of the ANC's armed wing
Rise to Fame
Chris Hani gained public attention through a central figure in the anti-apartheid struggle as leader of the SACP.
Chris Hani Family & Relationships
Chris Hani is married to Limpho Hani. He has 3 children, including Neo Hani and Nomakhwezi Hani.
- Father: Gilbert Hani
- Mother: Mary Hani
- Children:
- Neo Hani
- Nomakhwezi Hani
- Lindiwe Hani
Lesser Known Facts
- Hani was assassinated outside his home in Dawn Park, Boksburg, by Janusz Waluś.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Chris Hani
- Popular As: Martin Thembisile Hani
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Politician
- Nationality: South African
- Living Status: Deceased
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: June 28, 1942
- Age: 84
- Birthday: June 28
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
- Place of Birth: Cofimvaba, Cape Province
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Family & Relationships
- Father: Gilbert Hani
- Mother: Mary Hani
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Limpho Hani
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Limpho Hani (Spouse • Wife)
- Nelson Mandela (Colleague • Anti-apartheid leader)
