South Africans Celebrate Life and Legacy of Mandela
International News
July 19, 2023
Fondly known as Mandela Day, South Africans honour the life and legacy of their beloved former statesman, Nelson Mandela. Celebrated annually on July 18th, Mandela's birthday, the day was officially designated by the United Nations in November 2009. Throughout the country, people celebrate in various ways, paying tribute to Mandela's dedication to social justice, equality, and human rights.