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The Nelson Mandela Foundation contributes to a just society by promoting the values, vision and work of our Founder. Follows/RTs/Likes ≠ Endorsements

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As the new generation, the voices of change in South Africa and the innovators of tomorrow, knowing our rights isn’t just important; it’s our power. Our contribution to the future of this country matters, and together we are shaping a nation that speaks our dreams. So wherever

As the new generation, the voices of change in South Africa and the innovators of tomorrow, knowing our rights isn’t just important; it’s our power.

Our contribution to the future of this country matters, and together we are shaping a nation that speaks our dreams.

So wherever
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🌊 Well-managed #MarineProtectedAreas can deliver 10x returns on investment, so why do funding challenges remain? Latest policy brief shows how #OceanAccounts framework can support financing for #MPAs. 👀 oceanaccounts.org/financing-to-s… #30x30 #SustainableFinance

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2025 is the International 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 & 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁, an opportunity to remind people that we must mobilize the efforts of the international community in order to ensure lasting peace, solidarity and harmony. 🕊️☮️

2025 is the International 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 & 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁, an opportunity to remind people that we must mobilize the efforts of the international community in order to ensure lasting peace, solidarity and harmony. 🕊️☮️
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As we approach Human Rights Day, we ask you to remember that your voice matters! The same spirit that ignited the fight for rights in the past lives on in every young person today. We learn from the past to shape the future. #HumanRightsZA #NelsonMandelaFoundation

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Human rights are universal and non-negotiable. They belong to all of us, as affirmed by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights —regardless of nationality, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, beliefs, or any other status. ohchr.org/en/universal-d… via UN Human Rights

Human rights are universal and non-negotiable.

They belong to all of us, as affirmed by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights —regardless of nationality, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, beliefs, or any other status.

ohchr.org/en/universal-d…

via <a href="/UNHumanRights/">UN Human Rights</a>
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No one should be criminalised for who they are or whom they love. 61 countries still criminalise same-sex relations, 7 allow the death penalty. Decriminalisation is essential to uphold human rights, dignity & public health. Discriminatory laws must be repealed.

No one should be criminalised for who they are or whom they love. 61 countries still criminalise same-sex relations, 7 allow the death penalty. Decriminalisation is essential to uphold human rights, dignity &amp; public health. Discriminatory laws must be repealed.
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Human Rights Day in South Africa marks the anniversary of the Sharpeville massacre of 21 March 1960, when thousands of black South Africans took to the streets to protest against the apartheid government’s pass laws. #HumanRightsHistory #HumanRightsZA

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Did you know the United Nations proclaimed 21 March as the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination? This underscores South Africa's impact on the global human rights movement. #HumanRightsHistory #HumanRightsZA #HumanRightsDay #NelsonMandelaFoundation

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The Nelson Mandela Foundation is honoured to be part of the ongoing work to build a better, more just country and world. Join us at the Human Rights Festival at Constitution Hill from 20 to 23 March. brnw.ch/21wRsuG #BeTheChange #HumanRightsZA #NelsonMandelaFoundation

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#HumanRightsZA: did you know that South Africa’s Constitution is widely regarded as one of the most progressive and admired in the world? That’s something to be proud of! Find them here: justice.gov.za/constitution/S… #HumanRightsHistory #HumanRightsZA #HumanRightsDay

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Tune in to this episode of Thought Digest with podcasters Caiah M and Mammi Dearest with their guest Samantha Mashapa, a Dialogue & Advocacy Analyst at the Foundation, where they dissect the history of human rights and its impact on today’s generation. Share your thoughts in the

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As we commemorate Human Rights Day in South Africa, our youth stand at the forefront of this vital conversation. We recently spoke with Lutfiya Suliman, Senior Researcher at the Foundation, who shared valuable insights about their work connecting young people with human rights

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Sights and scenes from the #HumanRightsFestival 2025 at Constitution Hill SA. The festival started on Friday. Read more here: humanrightsfestival.co.za #HumanRights #NelsonMandelaFoundation

Sights and scenes from the #HumanRightsFestival 2025 at <a href="/VisitConHill/">Constitution Hill SA</a>. 

The festival started on Friday.

Read more here: humanrightsfestival.co.za

#HumanRights #NelsonMandelaFoundation
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Last week, our CEO, Mbongiseni Buthelezi, took a courageous step back in time and visited his high school, the very place he once faced injustice and exclusion. His journey from a challenging past to becoming a champion for human rights is a powerful reminder that every

Last week, our CEO, Mbongiseni Buthelezi, took a courageous step back in time and visited his high school, the very place he once faced injustice and exclusion.

His journey from a challenging past to becoming a champion for human rights is a powerful reminder that every
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📣 PUBLIC STATEMENT: 25 April 2025 "Mandela Medallions honor Nelson Mandela’s legacy and are meant as collector’s items, not financial investments. Our mission is to preserve his values of equality, justice & peace." – Dr Mbongiseni Buthelezi, CEO, NMF 🔗

📣 PUBLIC STATEMENT: 25 April 2025

"Mandela Medallions honor Nelson Mandela’s legacy and are meant as collector’s items, not financial investments. Our mission is to preserve his values of equality, justice &amp; peace." – Dr Mbongiseni Buthelezi, CEO, NMF

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Freedom Day is more than a celebration. It’s a call to action, a reminder, a responsibility. Madiba dreamed of a united, democratic, non-racial society. The struggle for justice isn’t over. We honour the past by fighting for the future. #FreedomDay #MandelaLegacy

Freedom Day is more than a celebration.

It’s a call to action, a reminder, a responsibility. Madiba dreamed of a united, democratic, non-racial society.

The struggle for justice isn’t over. We honour the past by fighting for the future.

#FreedomDay #MandelaLegacy
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Nelson Mandela cast his vote in the first South African elections without racial discrimination #OTD in 1994. It was the first time Mandela had voted in his life, as under apartheid Black South Africans had no voting rights. Mandela received the 1993 peace prize. #FreedomDay

Nelson Mandela cast his vote in the first South African elections without racial discrimination #OTD in 1994. It was the first time Mandela had voted in his life, as under apartheid Black South Africans had no voting rights. Mandela received the 1993 peace prize. 

#FreedomDay
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"Mr President, I am here to report that today South Africa is free." Nelson Mandela said these words at John Dube’s grave after voting for the first time. On Freedom Day, we honour the sacrifices made and our duty to protect democracy. #LegacyOfFreedom #NelsonMandela

"Mr President, I am here to report that today South Africa is free."

Nelson Mandela said these words at John Dube’s grave after voting for the first time.

On Freedom Day, we honour the sacrifices made and our duty to protect democracy.

#LegacyOfFreedom #NelsonMandela
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✨Live in the legacy. Sleep in the story. Ever dreamed of staying in Nelson Mandela’s actual home? Now a luxury boutique hotel, Sanctuary Mandela offers world-class hospitality in the heart of history. 🔗 sanctuarymandela.com #SanctuaryMandela #NelsonMandela

✨Live in the legacy. Sleep in the story.

Ever dreamed of staying in Nelson Mandela’s actual home? 

Now a luxury boutique hotel, Sanctuary Mandela offers world-class hospitality in the heart of history.

🔗 sanctuarymandela.com

#SanctuaryMandela #NelsonMandela