Nelson Mandela – the man who changed the whole world with a thought of bringing the equality and freedom. He is the one who ignited the spark of getting free from slavery, leading the legacy for the generations.
And today July 18, 2024 celebrates the day dedicated to the freedom fighter who made everyone to realise the importance of education in their life. As he believed that “Education is the most powerful weapon which one can use to Change the World.”
Nelson Mandela Day is an honour that symbolises the peace, justice and human rights. To which he dedicated his whole life fighting for. The day is remarked to reflect on his lifelong dedication to the fight against apartheid, commitment to reconciliation and the unwavering pursuit of equality for all.
Mandela ‘Father of Nation’ for South Africa, who constantly strived to make the world a better place and continued to inspire millions by reminding them of the importance of standing up for justice and human dignity.
Mandela’s whole life is a testament to the power of resilience, forgiveness and the belief that every individual has special and their own unique ability to make a difference.
Like every year, South Africa got together to celebrate the day and make it auspicious in unique way. People and his followers took the action to improve the communities, by volunteering or advocating for social justice.
People remarks it a day by simply performing acts of kindness, as every small step counts in making the world a better place.
To commemorate this people of South Africa has decided to take out 67-minutes of their day and dedicate it to some fruitful activity, remarking the significance of 67 years, he fought for justice.
Another one is Mkhondo Local Municipality which joins the world in honouring the Nelson Mandela Day 2024. MLM as it is known as commonly, partnered with the Department of Water and Sanitation, Kangra Coal, Mpumlanga SALGA, TWK and eMalangeni Technologies as part of celebrating Nelson Mandela Day.
The teams extended a helping hand by cleaning and donating gifts to the identified beneficiaries. They did this to support and encourage people to make a difference within the communities in honour of Nelson Mandela.
Another segment by them includes to have two sessions, with the first session focusing on painting, cleaning and donating gifts to learners at Qedela Secondary School and Qalani Primary School and then afterwards proceeding to donate the gifts at Driefontein Old Age Home.
Nelson Mandela Day is a global call to action that celebrates the idea that each individual had the power to transform the world, the ability to make an impact. Nelson Mandela fought for social justice for 67 years.
And with this great hope the day reminds that we all can do the same.
Nelson Mandela will keep inspiring us all by bringing people together around the world to fight poverty and promote peace, with reconciliation and cultural diversity.
His incredible life and legacy of being champion for peace will live on. He taught everyone great lessons of forgiveness, equality, unity and perseverance.
Let’s honour his legacy by taking action in our communities, volunteering and helping, or by spreading kindness. Every small step makes a difference, let’s make the world a better place.