Nelson Mandela's zodiac sign is Cancer (born 1918-07-18), a cardinal water sign ruled by Moon.
As a Cancer, Nelson Mandela is archetypally nurturing, emotionally attuned, and protective. These themes shape how Nelson Mandela shows up as a political leader & activist.
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