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Invitation to cover the announcement of a unique music initiative in honour of Mandela Day

The Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory, together with R&B legend Joe Thomas and Yamaha South Africa, invite you to cover the announcement of a unique music initiative in honour of Mandela Day.

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Update on former President Mandela: issued by the Presidency

Former President Nelson Mandela is still in a critical but stable condition in hospital in Pretoria, where he has been receiving treatment since 8 June 2013.

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Join a global movement for good

Pledge your support for Nelson Mandela International Day

18 July 2013 marks the 95th birthday of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, and the fourth Nelson Mandela International Day.

The vision behind this key event is simple: that each individual has the ability and responsibility to impact change. 

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Clarification on the health of former President Mandela: issued by the Presidency

The Presidency has noted media reports about the condition of former President Nelson Mandela and would like to make a clarification.

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Presidency update on former President Nelson Mandela: issued by the Presidency

President Jacob Zuma this afternoon, 4 July 2013, visited former President Nelson Mandela in hospital to check on his condition.

The former President remains critical but stable. President Zuma thanked the nation and the international community for their continued support.

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Invitation to cover the launch of the Nelson Mandela Sport & Culture Day 2013

Includes official handover of the Confederations Cup finalists’ commemorative gift to the Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory

The Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory, together with the Department of Sports & Recreation and the Department of Arts & Culture, invite you to cover the launch of the Nelson Mandela Sport & Culture Day 2013.

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Mandela Day container library on display at V&A Waterfront Clock Tower square

The 28th Mandela Day container library was the centre of attention at the launch of Mandela Month 2013, which took place at 1pm on 1 July 2013 at the V&A Waterfront Clock Tower square.

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Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture scheduled for 17 August 2013

Dr Mo Ibrahim to present this year’s Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture

We are pleased to announce that the 11th Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture will be delivered by Dr Mo Ibrahim, Founder and Chair of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation. 

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Update on former President Nelson Mandela: issued by the Presidency

Former President Nelson Mandela is still critical but stable in hospital in Pretoria, where he was admitted on 8 June.

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Just 17 days to Nelson Mandela International Day 2013

Today marks 17 days to Nelson Mandela International Day 2013. We urge everyone to make this year’s Mandela Day memorable.

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