Nelson Mandela Day is celebrated yearly
Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated every July 18 and people are encouraged to volunteer for 67 minutes in their communities or virtually to honor this day. Mr. Mandala was born on July 18, 1918.
This year, the United Nations called for supporting its ActNow climate change and sustainability campaign, recalling that Mr. Mandela said “We must never forget that it is our duty to protect this environment.â€
The UN General Assembly will hold an informal meeting on Thursday to mark International Day.
Mr. Mandala was South Africa’s first Black head of state. His government focused on dismantling apartheid.
He also served as the African National Congress (ANC) party president from 1991 to 1997.