Mandela Day 18 July 2021
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Nelson Mandela International Day: July 18, 2021, marks the 103rd birth anniversary of Nelson Mandela. former president of South Africa. Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was the former president of South Africa. He was the president from 1994 to 1999. Mr Mandela is widely regarded as a leader of social justice and a staunch advocate for democracy. He opposed the racist system of apartheid in South Africa and dedicated his life to establishing social equality for all. For his extensive work on social reform, Mr Mandela received over 250 honours and was awarded the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize in 1993.
Nelson Mandela International Day 2021: History, Theme And Significance
Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated on July 18 every year. (File)
Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated every year on July 18 and is also known as Mandela Day. Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was the former president of South Africa. He was the president from 1994 to 1999. Mr Mandela is widely regarded as a leader of social justice and a staunch advocate for democracy. He opposed the racist system of apartheid in South Africa and dedicated his life to establishing social equality for all. For his extensive work on social reform, Mr Mandela received over 250 honours and was awarded the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize in 1993.
History Of Nelson Mandela International Day
The United Nations officially declared July 18th as Nelson Mandela International day in 2009. It was first celebrated in 2010. The origin of the day came from Mr Mandela himself — he is believed to have announced that his birthday be celebrated as Mandela Day. The Nelson Mandela Foundation, on April 27, 2009, hosted a series of concerts to honour the legacy of Mr Mandela and celebrate his values through community service.
Significance Of Nelson Mandela International Day
The day is meant to remember the services of Mr Mandela and honour them through volunteer work, awareness and community service. Mr Mandela believed in equality and the need for people to come together and help each other rise above social class and colour. This day is viewed as an opportunity to renew the values left behind by Mr Mandela. On this day several concerts, art exhibits and fundraising volunteer events take place.
In 2014 the United Nations General Assembly introduced the Nelson Mandela prize to recognise the achievements of those who dedicated their lives to the service of humanity, much like he had in his lifetime.
Theme Of Nelson Mandela International Day 2021
Since its inception in 2010, Nelson Mandela International Day has been celebrated with a theme for that particular year. The theme for this year is “One Hand Can Feed Another”. The day is celebrated by organisations that work for violence against women, genocide and crimes. These organisations also come together to spread awareness on these prevalent issues. Last year's theme was, “Take Action, Inspire Change”. The theme highlighted the importance of governments and citizens working together to build a peaceful, sustainable and equitable world for all.
Sadly, his beloved country's theme of the week prior was "Take Action, Destroy and Loot". However, today, around the country many citizens lent a hand in the #cleanUpSA initiative to clean up the damage caused by public violence or donated food to those in need. Community formations, NGOs and faith-based organizations also helped by ensuring that the destitute, and the needy are provided with basic necessities. My son's high school Selborne College is collecting food for the people of KwaZulu Natal.
The Nelson Mandela Foundation (NMF) on Sunday donated food parcels to the Soweto Home for the Aged and Ikageng Itireleng Aids Ministry, a social welfare center in Soweto. President Cyril Ramaphosa joined thousands of other citizens to take part in a clean-up campaign in Soweto, Johannesburg as part of his Mandela Day initiative. His first stop was at the Ndofaya Mall in Meadowlands which was among the shopping centers looted and vandalized during last week's unrest. At least 10 people lost their lives at the mall. Ramaphosa also visited the Maponya mall which was the only shopping center in the area that was spared from looting as community members surrounded and protected it. He thanked young people who were at the forefront of shielding the mall from looters.
His widow, Graça Machel said she ‘cannot sit quietly as the land of his birth wages war with itself. In my desperation, however, I take heart in the recollection that we have been through troubled times before. And I am reminded of Madiba’s indomitable spirit which was a beacon of light for us through that darkness."
“And I am sure that from up there where he is, he is watching this beloved country of his. And in his resolute determination, which has always guided us in the darkest hours of our history, he reminds us that we can overcome any challenge if we keep focus on what is just, what is right, and the unfinished work of what has to be done to bring us closer to an existence of dignity for us all.”
Info from NDTV, Xinua News, Corne Van Zyl - The South African
Credits: Da Gama Textiles, Jenny Hermans for Meerkat Shweshwe, Lanre Studios, Lisa Brawn, Laura Fraser, Design Turnpike , Steppeland – Deviant Art, Fabio Do Prado, Absolutart
Nelson Mandela International Day 2021: History, Theme And Significance
Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated on July 18 every year. (File)
Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated every year on July 18 and is also known as Mandela Day. Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was the former president of South Africa. He was the president from 1994 to 1999. Mr Mandela is widely regarded as a leader of social justice and a staunch advocate for democracy. He opposed the racist system of apartheid in South Africa and dedicated his life to establishing social equality for all. For his extensive work on social reform, Mr Mandela received over 250 honours and was awarded the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize in 1993.
History Of Nelson Mandela International Day
The United Nations officially declared July 18th as Nelson Mandela International day in 2009. It was first celebrated in 2010. The origin of the day came from Mr Mandela himself — he is believed to have announced that his birthday be celebrated as Mandela Day. The Nelson Mandela Foundation, on April 27, 2009, hosted a series of concerts to honour the legacy of Mr Mandela and celebrate his values through community service.
Significance Of Nelson Mandela International Day
The day is meant to remember the services of Mr Mandela and honour them through volunteer work, awareness and community service. Mr Mandela believed in equality and the need for people to come together and help each other rise above social class and colour. This day is viewed as an opportunity to renew the values left behind by Mr Mandela. On this day several concerts, art exhibits and fundraising volunteer events take place.
In 2014 the United Nations General Assembly introduced the Nelson Mandela prize to recognise the achievements of those who dedicated their lives to the service of humanity, much like he had in his lifetime.
Theme Of Nelson Mandela International Day 2021
Since its inception in 2010, Nelson Mandela International Day has been celebrated with a theme for that particular year. The theme for this year is “One Hand Can Feed Another”. The day is celebrated by organisations that work for violence against women, genocide and crimes. These organisations also come together to spread awareness on these prevalent issues. Last year's theme was, “Take Action, Inspire Change”. The theme highlighted the importance of governments and citizens working together to build a peaceful, sustainable and equitable world for all.
Sadly, his beloved country's theme of the week prior was "Take Action, Destroy and Loot". However, today, around the country many citizens lent a hand in the #cleanUpSA initiative to clean up the damage caused by public violence or donated food to those in need. Community formations, NGOs and faith-based organizations also helped by ensuring that the destitute, and the needy are provided with basic necessities. My son's high school Selborne College is collecting food for the people of KwaZulu Natal.
The Nelson Mandela Foundation (NMF) on Sunday donated food parcels to the Soweto Home for the Aged and Ikageng Itireleng Aids Ministry, a social welfare center in Soweto. President Cyril Ramaphosa joined thousands of other citizens to take part in a clean-up campaign in Soweto, Johannesburg as part of his Mandela Day initiative. His first stop was at the Ndofaya Mall in Meadowlands which was among the shopping centers looted and vandalized during last week's unrest. At least 10 people lost their lives at the mall. Ramaphosa also visited the Maponya mall which was the only shopping center in the area that was spared from looting as community members surrounded and protected it. He thanked young people who were at the forefront of shielding the mall from looters.
His widow, Graça Machel said she ‘cannot sit quietly as the land of his birth wages war with itself. In my desperation, however, I take heart in the recollection that we have been through troubled times before. And I am reminded of Madiba’s indomitable spirit which was a beacon of light for us through that darkness."
“And I am sure that from up there where he is, he is watching this beloved country of his. And in his resolute determination, which has always guided us in the darkest hours of our history, he reminds us that we can overcome any challenge if we keep focus on what is just, what is right, and the unfinished work of what has to be done to bring us closer to an existence of dignity for us all.”
Info from NDTV, Xinua News, Corne Van Zyl - The South African
Credits: Da Gama Textiles, Jenny Hermans for Meerkat Shweshwe, Lanre Studios, Lisa Brawn, Laura Fraser, Design Turnpike , Steppeland – Deviant Art, Fabio Do Prado, Absolutart
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