Nelson Mandela International Day

Nelson Mandela International Day was launched in recognition of Nelson Mandela's birthday on 18 July, 2009 via unanimous decision of the UN General Assembly. It was inspired by a call Nelson Mandela made a year earlier, for the next generation to take on the burden of leadership in addressing the world's social injustices when he said that "it is in your hands now". It is more than a celebration of Madiba's life and legacy. It is a global movement to honour his life's work and act to change the world for the better. The elderly statesman once said ""When a man has done what he considers to be his duty to his people and his country, he can rest in peace. I believe I have made that effort and that is, therefore, why I will sleep for the eternity." We also know that our very own station Channel Africa will be doing their bid to make a difference in the lives of the less fortunate. Our team of journalist and producers will be starting up a vegetable garden at the Carl Sithole Centre in Soweto. To tel us about the reason for the day and some events happening we have :1. Mamolefe Segakweng Marketing ManagerChannel Africa 2. Carmen Nottingham Founder: Fertilis3. Yase GodloManager: Outreach and Mandela Day Nelson Mandela Foundation4. ManushaPillaiGeneral Manager: Communications Brand South Africa