Soshanguve - As a professional social worker, it was not surprising to see Social Development Minister Bathabile Dlamini in blue overalls getting dirty, cleaning and painting a centre that takes care of vulnerable and orphaned children. In the spirit of building a caring nation, Dlamini spent the whole Monday at the Bophelong Drop-in-Centre at Father Smangaliso Mkhatshwa … [Read more...] about Remembering vulnerable children on Mandela Day
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Inmates use 67 minutes to do good
Pretoria - Probationers, parolees and inmates from Baviaanspoort correctional centre used their 67 minutes to show their community they are prepared to work hard to gain their forgiveness. The former Baviaanspoort inmates rolled up their sleeves, cleaning Mamelodi Hospital on Mandela Day. They told BuaNews that they sincerely regret their past actions and would like to be … [Read more...] about Inmates use 67 minutes to do good
Buffalo City Metro top brass help clean city streets
East London - Buffalo City Metro top brass got their hands dirty cleaning up the streets of East London as part of Mandela Day celebrations. Acting municipal manager Andile Fani and speaker Luleka Simon joined hundreds of Metro staff members in a campaign to clean the city's streets. "We decided to honour Madiba by dedicating 67 minutes of our time to cleaning up the … [Read more...] about Buffalo City Metro top brass help clean city streets
Zuma Visits Mandela in Qunu
Pretoria - Former President Nelson Mandela received a special visit from President Jacob Zuma on 18 July, Mandela Day, who presented him with an architect's impression of the Nelson Mandela Legacy Bridge. Mandela spent his birthday at his home in Qunu. Earlier on, school children countrywide sang 'happy birthday' for Mandela. The legacy bridge will be constructed across … [Read more...] about Zuma Visits Mandela in Qunu
Obama wishes Mandela a happy birthday
Pretoria - US President Barack Obama and wife Michael have saluted anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela on his 93rd birthday, saying he set the standard for service delivery by civil servants worldwide. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Obamas congratulated Mandela for devoting his life to public service and a legacy that exemplifies what Obama calls "wisdom, strength and … [Read more...] about Obama wishes Mandela a happy birthday
