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Every year on July 18th, the world celebrates Nelson Mandela International Day to honour the remarkable life and enduring legacy of the iconic South African leader. This annual observance was established by the United Nations in 2009 to recognise Mandela’s lifelong dedication to promoting peace, freedom, and equality.
Mandela, renowned for his peaceful resistance against the oppressive apartheid regime in South Africa, was an anti-apartheid activist, politician, and statesman who served as the first president of South Africa from 1994 to 1999. He was the country’s first black head of state and the first elected in a fully representative democratic election.
Imprisoned for 27 years, Nelson Mandela tirelessly fought to dismantle apartheid and advance peace, harmony, and social justice. His global significance in the struggle for freedom and justice was profound, inspiring millions worldwide through his unwavering dedication to equality and human rights.
Following his release, under his presidency, Mandela prioritised reconciliation, healing the wounds of the past, and advocating for equality for all South Africans, regardless of race.
Mandela’s legacy serves as an inspiration for people across the globe to take action and make a positive impact in their communities. Recalling Mandela’s accomplishments, the global community marks Nelson Mandela International Day by calling on individuals to honour his life’s work by devoting 67 minutes to community service—one minute for each year of his public service.
It encourages the embracement of his values of compassion, empathy, and dedicated commitment to human rights, thereby encouraging us all to be catalysts for change, combat poverty, champion peace, and celebrate diversity.
Mandela believed that genuine transformation could be achieved through dialogue, compromise, and a shared vision for a brighter future. As we observe Nelson Mandela International Day, here are some of his most inspiring quotes.
