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Catholic Charities USA joins with all people of good will in mourning the passing of Nelson Mandela, a global icon in the fight for racial equality and justice. “Mandela’s belief in the power of the human spirit and the dignity of every person, regardless of the color of their skin, was an example to us all,” said Fr. Larry Snyder, President of CCUSA. “His long walk to freedom … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Remembered as Leader in Fight for Justice and Equality

Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) today will mourn with millions from around the world at the passing of world icon Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, but will celebrate his example of inspirational living. As a destination privileged to be named after humanitarian, freedom fighter and world icon of peace we pledge to allow Madiba’s spirit to live on through us. We will continue to … [Read more...] about NMBT mourns loss of Nelson Mandela

The late statesman Nelson Mandela will be laid to rest at his home, in Qunu, in the Eastern Cape, on 15 December. Briefing the media after visiting Mandela’s family in Houghton on Friday, President Jacob Zuma said as South Africa prepares for a week of mourning, Mandela’s remains will be stationed at the Union Buildings in Pretoria from 11 to 13 December. Madiba passed on in … [Read more...] about Madiba to be laid to rest in Qunu on December 15

Trade and Industry (dti) Minister Rob Davies says the passing of former President Nelson Mandela is a great loss to the world at large. Speaking at the 9th World Trade Organisation Ministerial conference in Bali, Indonesia, Davies said the conference would pay tribute to  Madiba, who had previously addressed the 50th anniversary of the then General Agreement on Tariffs and … [Read more...] about Passing of Madiba a great loss – Rob Davies

South Africans have been urged to spend the next 10 days mourning the passing away of former President Nelson Mandela, but also celebrating his life. “You are invited to pay your respects at the various places where there will be books of condolences,” Deputy President of the ANC Cyril Ramaphosa told the crowds who have gathered outside Madiba’s home in Houghton. Ramaphosa … [Read more...] about South Africans called to celebrate Mandela’s life