R.I.P NELSON MANDELA
THE WORLD UNITES IN REMEMBERING HIS LEGACY...
Yes, the news South Africans have been dreading to hear for years! The father of our nation...
A global hero...the list is endless!
Former President Nelson Mandela's passing on Thursday, 5 December 2013 has left the world heartbroken and shocked, even though it was expected at some point in time.
However, politicians, celebrities, ordinary citizens from around the world has since taken the opportunity to celebrate his legacy, as a struggle icon during the apartheid era and beyond. South Africans have truly united in celebrating his life. It pretty much feels unreal and will take a long time to sink in, even after he is laid to rest on Sunday, 15 December 2013 in Qunu in the Eastern Province.
Memorial services across the country are taking place this week, including venues such as the FNB Stadium in JHB on 10 December 2013, where an official memorial service will be held. On Wednesday, 11 December 2013 a memorial service will be help at CPT Stadium.From the 11th-13th December 2013, his body will lie in state at the Union Buildings in Pretoria.On Saturday, Mandela's body will leave Waterkloof Air Force in Pretoria for Qunu.
PROFILE:
His 1st name, Rolihlahla if translated means, "pulling the branch of a tree’’in Isixhosa. The name Nelson was given to him by his missionary teacher in Primary School, in order to keep up with up with the school’s ethos, being that every school child must have a Christian name. As a child, Mandela was told stories about his ancestors during the war of resistance,which lead to him being inspired to contribute to fighting against apartheid. He completed his schooling ,matriculating from the Wesleyan Secondary School. He went on to study at the University of Fort Hare, where he was later expelled, due to engaging in student protest action but still managed to finish UNISA in 1943.Mandela went on to study further, completing his LLB degree through Unisa in 1989.
- In 1944 he founded the ANC youth league with Oliver Thambo and Walter Sisulu.
- In 1964 he made a startling speech declaring that he is prepared to die for a democratic S.A.He was later sentenced to life imprisonment.
- In 1980 the ANC launched the release Mandela campaign.
- In 1985 Mandela refuses to be released from prison. That same year, he was hospitalized for prostate surgery. In 1988 he also suffered from TB.
- On February 2, 1990 the ANC is unbanned. In that same year, parliament begins repealing apartheid laws such as the group areas act.
- In 1994 he is sworn in as president of South Africa. He was later re-elected but stepped down.
“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.” - 90th birthday celebration of Walter Sisulu, Walter Sisulu Hall, Johannesburg, 18 May 2002
“For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.” - Long Walk to Freedom
“You sharpen your ideas by reducing yourself to the level of the people you are with and a sense of humour and a complete relaxation, even when you’re discussing serious things, does help to mobilise friends around you. And I love that.” - From an interview with Tim Couzens, Verne Harris and Mac Maharaj for Mandela: The Authorised Portrait , 2006, 13 August 2005
“I was called a terrorist yesterday, but when I came out of jail, many people embraced me, including my enemies, and that is what I normally tell other people who say those who are struggling for liberation in their country are terrorists. I tell them that I was also a terrorist yesterday, but, today, I am admired by the very people who said I was one.” - Larry King Live, 16 May 2000
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Fergie, "Meeting Nelson Mandela at his house in Johannesburg was a truly memorable moment in life for me. He was an angel."
Donald Trump, "Nelson Mandela and myself had a wonderful relationship -- he was a special man and will be missed."
John Legend, "I've never been so honored to meet anyone #Mandela."
Mike Tyson, "I'm hearing about Nelson Mandela's death while on African soil in Oran, Algeria. Sending prayers to Mandela's family."
Also turning out were folks from the A-list, including Sean "Diddy" Combs and Gwyneth Paltrow.
"'Your playing small does not serve the world'. #RIPMandela," Paltrow tweeted.
Wrote Diddy: "Mandela stood for justice and truth!! Today the world lost a beautiful soul, fighter and true KING!!"
DEDICATED TO THE LEGACY OF NELSON MANDELA.
THE WORLD UNITES IN REMEMBERING HIS LEGACY...
A global hero...the list is endless!
Former President Nelson Mandela's passing on Thursday, 5 December 2013 has left the world heartbroken and shocked, even though it was expected at some point in time.
However, politicians, celebrities, ordinary citizens from around the world has since taken the opportunity to celebrate his legacy, as a struggle icon during the apartheid era and beyond. South Africans have truly united in celebrating his life. It pretty much feels unreal and will take a long time to sink in, even after he is laid to rest on Sunday, 15 December 2013 in Qunu in the Eastern Province.
Memorial services across the country are taking place this week, including venues such as the FNB Stadium in JHB on 10 December 2013, where an official memorial service will be held. On Wednesday, 11 December 2013 a memorial service will be help at CPT Stadium.From the 11th-13th December 2013, his body will lie in state at the Union Buildings in Pretoria.On Saturday, Mandela's body will leave Waterkloof Air Force in Pretoria for Qunu.
A TRIBUTE TO A WORLD ICON…
Full Name: Rolihlahla Dalibhunga Mandela
D:O:B:18 July 1918
P:O:B:Mvezo,Transkei
Known as…Madiba,Tata
Anti-apartheid activist, former president,
Nobel prize winner, world icon.
EARLY DAYS…His 1st name, Rolihlahla if translated means, "pulling the branch of a tree’’in Isixhosa. The name Nelson was given to him by his missionary teacher in Primary School, in order to keep up with up with the school’s ethos, being that every school child must have a Christian name. As a child, Mandela was told stories about his ancestors during the war of resistance,which lead to him being inspired to contribute to fighting against apartheid. He completed his schooling ,matriculating from the Wesleyan Secondary School. He went on to study at the University of Fort Hare, where he was later expelled, due to engaging in student protest action but still managed to finish UNISA in 1943.Mandela went on to study further, completing his LLB degree through Unisa in 1989.
VISIT:www.mandeladay.com
FAST FACTS…
- In 1948 at 23, he was ordered by his guardian to get married. A bride was selected, he paid lobola. However, Mandela escaped to JHB.- In 1944 he founded the ANC youth league with Oliver Thambo and Walter Sisulu.
- In 1964 he made a startling speech declaring that he is prepared to die for a democratic S.A.He was later sentenced to life imprisonment.
- In 1980 the ANC launched the release Mandela campaign.
- In 1985 Mandela refuses to be released from prison. That same year, he was hospitalized for prostate surgery. In 1988 he also suffered from TB.
- On February 2, 1990 the ANC is unbanned. In that same year, parliament begins repealing apartheid laws such as the group areas act.
- In 1994 he is sworn in as president of South Africa. He was later re-elected but stepped down.
TOP QUOTES BY NELSON MANDELA…
“I HAVE fought against white domination, and I have fought against black domination. I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society in which all persons will live together in harmony with equal opportunities. It is an ideal which I hope to live for, and to see realised. But my Lord, if needs be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die.”- Defence statement during the Rivonia Trial, 1964“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.” - 90th birthday celebration of Walter Sisulu, Walter Sisulu Hall, Johannesburg, 18 May 2002
“For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.” - Long Walk to Freedom
“You sharpen your ideas by reducing yourself to the level of the people you are with and a sense of humour and a complete relaxation, even when you’re discussing serious things, does help to mobilise friends around you. And I love that.” - From an interview with Tim Couzens, Verne Harris and Mac Maharaj for Mandela: The Authorised Portrait , 2006, 13 August 2005
“I was called a terrorist yesterday, but when I came out of jail, many people embraced me, including my enemies, and that is what I normally tell other people who say those who are struggling for liberation in their country are terrorists. I tell them that I was also a terrorist yesterday, but, today, I am admired by the very people who said I was one.” - Larry King Live, 16 May 2000
“No one is born hating another person because of the colour of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.” - Long Walk to Freedom.
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” - University of the Witwatersrand South Africa, 2003
“If you want to make peace with your enemy, you have to work with your enemy. Then he becomes your partner.” Long Walk to Freedom
“Death is something inevitable. When a man has done what he considers to be his duty to his people and his country, he can rest in peace. I believe I have made that effort and that is, therefore, why I will sleep for the eternity.” - From an interview for the documentary Mandela, 1994
“The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.” - Long Walk to Freedom
Nelson Mandela Quote of the Day
Nelson Mandela Quote of the Day
"A good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination.''
2013
Celebs Say...
Gloria Estefan, "RIP Nelson Mandela, who truly changed the world with his sacrifice ... it was an honor to have been in his presence."Fergie, "Meeting Nelson Mandela at his house in Johannesburg was a truly memorable moment in life for me. He was an angel."
Donald Trump, "Nelson Mandela and myself had a wonderful relationship -- he was a special man and will be missed."
John Legend, "I've never been so honored to meet anyone #Mandela."
Mike Tyson, "I'm hearing about Nelson Mandela's death while on African soil in Oran, Algeria. Sending prayers to Mandela's family."
Also turning out were folks from the A-list, including Sean "Diddy" Combs and Gwyneth Paltrow.
"'Your playing small does not serve the world'. #RIPMandela," Paltrow tweeted.
Wrote Diddy: "Mandela stood for justice and truth!! Today the world lost a beautiful soul, fighter and true KING!!"
DEDICATED TO THE LEGACY OF NELSON MANDELA.
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