Madiba Celebrates his 90th Birthday
Across South Africa there were celebration over the weekend, celebrating former president Nelson Mandela's birthday.
You may be wondering why all the fuss but for a leader who has been imprisoned in the prime of his life for 27 years and then forgiving those who imprisoned him. Then leading a condemned country into freedom & democracy in a peaceful manner. Yes we celebrate his birthday but more importantly we celebrate his ideas and spread the message he now brings through 46664 events (HIV & AIDS Awareness Campaign) & the Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture.
His birthday was officially on the 18 July however the party started in Hyde Park, London with a 46664 concert in his honour on the 27 June. The concert line up included Annie Lennox, Josh Groban, Shirley Bassy and a host of others famous performers.
While back in South Africa birthday wishes were pouring in from all corners of the world and to warm Nelson Mandela's heart the children made sure their voices were heard. While everyone was celebrating, Madiba (Nelson Mandela's Nickname) spent his special day with friends and family in his home town in the Eastern Cape.
It is believed that this will be a year long birthday celebration with an array of events such as book launches, concerts, debates, exhibitions, etc. - with the aim of promoting, assisting and improving Social Justice, HIV & AIDS assistance and Education and so many more things that lie close to Madiba's heart.
On Behalf of Planeteye Cape Town, we wish Madiba a very Happy Birthday and a long healthy life!!