Remembering Our National Hero
A year ago, on 5 December, the world mourned the death of our former president, Nelson Mandela. This week we will remember him and honour his legacy, with events taking place in our province and across the country.
Through his leadership and dedication, South Africa transitioned peacefully into a nation which ensures the freedom of all who live within her borders. We commemorate the life of this legendary statesman and keep his memory and legacy alive, and in doing so we ensure that his values and vision continue to guide us as a nation.
This year the day will be marked under the theme Together We Move South Africa Forward.
After 27 years in prison and 67 years fighting for freedom, Mandela was dedicated to promoting social cohesion and peace. He endured a great deal of hardships in making South Africa a democratic nation.
“Tata Madiba was my inspiration, he got me through some of the heavy things in my life. I thank Tata for everything he did for me, for opening the ways of freedom for us and for always keeping us in his promise for a better South Africa.”
Mandela had a great love for children and Carelse said she remembers him by reflecting on the quote: “There can be no keener revelation of a society's soul than the way in which it treats its children”.
Memorial Sites and Events
Everyone is invited to participate in one or all of the following events:
So, let us take this day and reflect on Mandela’s efforts to change our political landscape, while remembering the values he left behind for us. You can continue his legacy and help move our country forward.
Ah Dalibunga! Rest in Peace Tata Mandela, Madiba, uZondwa, uNgqolomsila, uYem Yem.
Video
Special dignitaries and well-known personalities share their thoughts on the life and legacy of former president Nelson Mandela. In keeping with the symbolism of the number 67, the duration of the video is exactly six minutes and seven seconds.