Latest articles on Mandela Day

Universities must be a catalyst for innovation and for good

Opinion Tawana Kupe - 18 Jul 2020

The Covid-19 pandemic is frightening, but it has also reminded us that we exist because of the care of other people

Citizens and civil society must fight to protect our democracy

Article Paul Kariuki - 5 Aug 2019

Holding corrupt public and private officials to account is vital for our country’s wellbeing

Mandela Day: The next step is social justice

Article Staff Reporter - 12 Jul 2019

It isn’t enough for privileged people to take action for just an hour and seven minutes on July 18

Honour Mandela by protecting water

Article Staff Reporter - 12 Jul 2019

"Mandela’s values were not confined to realising political freedom but included issues such as environmental justice."

Activists build shack outside Zille’s official residence in ‘honour’ of Mandela Day

Article Duncan Alfreds - 18 Jul 2018

The protest forms part of the campaign for decent housing in the Western Cape

Mandela walked the long road to freedom with women

Analysis Staff Reporter - 18 Jul 2017

He saw women as equals in the fight against apartheid and, post-apartheid, we must do so too

Gugu Zulu wasn’t himself, says Trek4Mandela expedition doctor on Kilimanjaro climb

Article Staff Reporter - 20 Jul 2016

Gugu Zulu, who died while trying to summit Mount Kilimanjaro, was not well a few days before the summit could begin, team doctor Roxanne Schutte said.

Trek4Mandela Kilimanjaro expedition leader in tears over Gugu Zulu’s death

Article Staff Reporter - 20 Jul 2016

Experienced mountaineer Sibusiso Vilane broke down and cried on Wednesday as he relayed the journey to Mount Kilimanjaro where Gugu Zulu died.

SA (and the world) needs a Mandela, who delivered what he promised

Article Staff Reporter - 11 Jul 2016

He made decisions that are not popular with some today, but in those days under those circumstances were the best possible, writes Bheki Makhubu.

Madiba and his Day crassly cheapened

Article Staff Reporter - 23 Jul 2015

Mandela worship has gone rampantly out of all proportion, forgetting the man or the matters.

Government to remember Madiba

Article Staff Reporter - 27 Nov 2014

The department of social development says the first anniversary of Mandela's passing will be commemorated with an official ceremony of remembrance.

Mandela Day spectacle: Rugby and soccer fans gather in anticipation

Article Sapa - 17 Aug 2013

Fans adorning both Bafana and Springbok memorabilia have gathered outside FNB Stadium ahead of the inaugural Nelson Mandela Sport and Culture Day.

Mandela’s progress ‘remarkable’ as world celebrates his 95th birthday

Article Sapa & Reuters - 18 Jul 2013

The health of former president Nelson Mandela is "steadily improving", while Barack Obama sends his family's wishes for Madiba's 95th birthday.

Mandela Day: 6.7 things to do in 67 minutes

Article Staff Reporter - 17 Jul 2013

Forget handing out T-shirts and textbooks only on former president Nelson Mandela's birthday, here's 6.7 things you can do in 67 minutes any day.

Mandela Day: You cannot do much in 67 minutes

Article Niren Tolsi - 19 Jul 2012

Activists believe a bit of paint does little to make a difference and that honouring Nelson Mandela needs true commitment.

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