(ANSA) – CAPE TOWN, JUL 18 – On the occasion of July 18, Nelson Mandela’s birthday and since 2009 the UN “international day” dedicated to the icon of the fight against apartheid, South Africans are asked to dedicate 67 minutes of his day to humanitarian action for the benefit of his community: as many as the years, in fact 67, dedicated by Mandela to the fight for human rights and social justice in South Africa.
This year the appeal was: “Do what you can, with what you have available, wherever you are”. The chosen theme is the climate crisis which impacts on food security and poverty in the world. Everyone was then asked to lend a hand in planting native and fruit trees. Following the violence in the townships in recent weeks, Phumla Williams, Director General of the Government Communications Office said: “This year, on Nelson Mandela International Day, many South African citizens mourn the deaths of their loved ones, recently killed in acts. criminals. Today, we urge all South Africans to remember the values former President Mandela embodied in promoting peace in their communities, and to collaborate with the government in building a safe South Africa for all. ” (HANDLE).
Source: Ansa
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