News – Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory
Children from Nelson Mandela’s villages wish him happy birthday
‘Happy birthday, dear grandpa, and many more years to come!’
17 July 2010 | Category: Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory, Mandela Day
July 17, 2010 – Ninety-two children from two of Nelson Mandela’s childhood villages in the Transkei travelled to Johannesburg to wish him happy birthday today.
The children, 67 from Mr Mandela’s birthplace of Mvezo, and 25 from the village of Qunu, where he moved to later in his childhood, met him at his Houghton home, where they got to meet him and to sing happy birthday to him.
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Across the world, people are getting behind Mandela Day
Individuals, organisations, businesses and governments around the world are showing their commitment to Mandela Day with a host of activities planned for July 18
16 July 2010 | Category: Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory, Mandela Day
July 16, 2010 – As the second annual Nelson Mandela Day approaches, people across the world are pledging to do something good within their local communities.
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The United Nations celebrate Mandela Day
The United Nations embrace Nelson Mandela International Day
15 July 2010 | Category: Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory, Mandela Day
July 15, 2010 – In November 2009, the UN General Assembly declared July 18 Nelson Mandela International Day in recognition of the former South African president’s contribution to the culture of peace and freedom.
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The Elders launch new video for Mandela Day
Elders encourage us all to give 67 minutes to change the world
14 July 2010 | Category: Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory, Mandela Day
July 14, 2010 – The Elders – a group of eminent global leaders founded by Nelson Mandela – have joined the former President of South Africa in a special message of support for Nelson Mandela International Day.
In a new video message shot during the Elders’ last visit to South Africa in June 2010, they urge people everywhere to give 67 minutes of their time to reach out to others in their communities.
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Bikers for Nelson Mandela Day depart from Johannesburg
Bikers hit the road in support of Mandela Day
13 July 2010 | Category: Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory, Mandela Day
July 13, 2010 – A group of 21 motorbike riders and a support team of around 20 people left the Nelson Mandela Foundation this morning on a six-day road trip to Cape Town to spread the word about Mandela Day. Actor Morgan Freeman is participating in the event, although he is not riding a bike.
The bikers, including Jack Devnarain, Jeremy Mansfield, Lehlohonolo Saint Seseli and Hanna Grobler, will work in community projects in various towns en route as their contribution to Mandela Day.
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South African Guild of Actors supports Mandela Day
Actors, presenters and musicians bike South Africa in honour of Mandela legacy
13 July 2010 | Category: Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory, Mandela Day
July 13, 2010 – The South African Guild of Actors (SAGA) is proud to support “Bikers for Mandela Day”! July 18 is a special day for all South Africans and we wish the riders well on their journey in honour of Nelson Mandela. The message in performing 67 minutes of service and sacrifice is profound; that South Africa can lead this global initiative is significant. Once again we can demonstrate to the world that our nation is united by a spirit of fellowship and compassion for our fellow man.
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Nelson Mandela Foundation’s sister charity launches “Six ideas to step in” initiative
Nelson Mandela Institute launches their Mandela Day education initiative
12 July 2010 | Category: Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory, Mandela Day
July 12, 2010 – The Nelson Mandela Foundation’s sister organisation, the Nelson Mandela Institute, launched its Mandela Day education initiative, entitled “Six ideas to step in”, at the Foundation’s offices on July 8, 2010.
The Institute, in partnership with the Nelson Mandela Foundation, the Department of Basic Education, the Development Bank of Southern Africa, Equal Education, READ Educational Trust, the Sunday Times and the June 16 1976 Youth Foundation, are encouraging people to get involved in education as part of their Mandela Day activities.
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Nelson Mandela makes surprise appearance at the World Cup Final
Madiba and Graça Machel receive standing ovation
11 July 2010 | Category: Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory
July 11, 2010 – Nelson Mandela has paid a surprise visit to Soccer City to greet the 85 000 fans gathered to watch the Spain-Netherlands Fifa World Cup Final match.
Mr Mandela, accompanied by his wife Graça Machel, received a standing ovation and thunderous cheers from the packed stadium as he was driven around the field in a golf cart.
Read moreFoundation’s Legacy Gala Dinner helps to build a sustainable organisation
Nelson Mandela Foundation hosts Legacy Gala Dinner
8 July 2010 | Category: Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory
July 8, 2010 –The Nelson Mandela Foundation hosted a Legacy Gala Dinner last night, which aimed to raise funds and contribute to the long-term sustainability of the organisation.
Read moreBikers do it for Mandela Day
South African and international celebrity bikers get behind Mandela Day
5 July 2010 | Category: Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory, Mandela Day
July 5, 2010 – A group of South African and international celebrities will join a group of bikers this year for a five-day tour in support of Mandela Day.
From July 15 to 18, 2010 en route from Johannesburg to Cape Town – in the smallest villages and the biggest cities – local and international actors, adventurers, media gurus, sportsmen and women, singers and supporters will be giving of their time to promote Mandela Day and get involved in community initiatives.
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