UN observes Nelson Mandela International Day

The United Nations General Assembly has paid tribute to the legacy of former President Nelson Mandela at its official commemoration of Nelson Mandela International Day, which was observed on July 18th.

A message delivered on behalf of the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres described Madiba as a firm believer that our common humanity could triumph over the forces of hatred, division, discrimination and injustice.

In a keynote address to the Assembly, journalist Redi Tlhabi described Madiba as understanding that the systematic erosion of human dignity could never become the price of political expediency.


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