Madiba shares a laugh with his predecessor FW de Klerk. Thousands of people witness the official opening of the Mandela Bridge in Joburg. Pictures: Mariola Biela and Gavin Barker/backpagepixSOUTH Africa's first democratically elected President Nelson Mandela is undoubtedly one of the greatest humans that ever lived!
Therefore it is befitting that as he turns 91 on July 18, South Africans and citizens of the world dedicate 67 minutes of their time on Madiba's birthday to make a meaningful contribution to society. Mandela has dedicated 67 years of his life to the improvement of other people's lives and creating a peaceful and an enabling environment in which all human beings can live in harmony.
So fellow beings, I ask, how do you intend to make a difference on Mandela Day?
Like a typical South African, I am going to complain. Yes, Madiba is an icon, the world loves and respect him. But why is his birthday and now Mandela day celebrated in other countries, by that I mean concerts and the likes get hosted in places like London but there is never really any major event in OUR country.
ReplyDeleteMadiba is an international citizen! Get used to this, Thabo.
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