Mandela Day

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Hunna Foundation Mandela month projects aim to uplift women in Cape Town

by Quanita Kamaar Education is a fundamental right and a key objective of the Hunna Foundation, a non-profit company offering support and relief to women in the community. As part of its Muharram celebrations, the foundation will launch Hunna Connect, a network consisting of female professionals offering resources, opportunities, and support to women in need. The foundation will also host a winter drive on Mandela Day, collaborating with local schools […]

today17 July 2024

News

Philisa Abafazi Bethu celebrates Mandela Day by supporting senior citizens

By Ragheema Mclean Mandela Day, observed annually on 18 July, is a significant occasion not only in South Africa but around the world. It commemorates Nelson Mandela's birth and honours his legacy of peace, reconciliation, and service to humanity. On this day, individuals, communities, and organizations are encouraged to dedicate 67 minutes to community service, reflecting the 67 years Mandela spent fighting for social justice. The 67 minutes initiative embodies […]

today2 July 2024

News

Civil organizations gear up to serve communities as Mandela Day 2022 beckons

The Nelson Mandela Foundation has announced that the theme for 2022's International Nelson Mandela Day will focus on food security. Speaking during the unveiling of the programme, the CEO of the Foundation, Sello Hatang said social economic issues including inequality and poverty have increased food insecurity. More than 100 countries are expected to celebrate the day including the United Nations. Closer to home, several organizations in Cape Town are gearing […]

today13 July 2022

Events

VOC launches Project 67 for Mandela Day

Keeping with the theme of #ActionAgainstPoverty for Nelson Mandela Day, VOC has taken up the challenge to carry out 67 days for the upliftment of the community. In the spirit of Madiba and his vision to spread social justice and freedom, VOC has initiated a new initiative called ‘Project 67’ in Manenberg, which will be launched on Tuesday 18th July, Madiba’s birthday. The vision for the project is to develop […]

today17 July 2017

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