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Sexwale, Mosima Gabriel Tokyo Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory, Houghton Series
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Launch of the limited edition 'Life of a Legend' coin set dedicated to Nelson Mandela, 2014.03.04, Houghton: [Set of Six Images]

The commemorative Life of a Legend series is part of the Protea coin series and over the next 12 years a series of coins will be released depicting important scenes from Mandela's life journey. These are complemented by quotes taken from his speeches and autobiography, Long Walk to Freedom.

South African Mint

Donor recognition event at the Nelson Mandela Centre Memory, 2012.05.10, Houghton: [Set of 88 Images]

The Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory hosted a Donor Recognition Ceremony.Tokyo Sexwale and Irene Menell gave Legacy Champion certificates to the Government of India & Vodacom (Pty) Ltd. The Government of India was also recognised for its contribution to the Centre’s building with the unveiling of a plaque at the front entrance. At the ceremony, the Centre of Memory also received a mechanical boost by way of a vehicle donated by Volkswagen SA and a commitment from comedian and actor, Eddie Izzard to a future donation. Izzard is in South Africa to run 27 marathons in 27 days in honour of the 27 years Nelson Mandela spent in prison.

Thekiso, Paballo

Cycle Alive Launch at Nelson Mandela Foundation, 2015.08.23, Houghton: [Set of 21 Still Images]

Cycalive was launched by Torah Academy, Moletsane High and Tladi Technical in 1998. Cycalive is an event for Grade 11 students of different cultural and religious backgrounds. Fifty learners are selected to represent the participating schools and cycle in relay from Johannesburg to Durban promoting the following goals:
-To build bridges and form bonds between young South Africans and their respective communities.
-To inspire Ubuntu - optimism and commitment for the common good of a positive future in South Africa.
-To raise funds for much needed educational projects.
-To highlight the importance of road safety and the ARRIVE ALIVE campaign particularly relating to cyclists.
-To encourage leadership and a spirit of adventure, personal challenge and self-confidence.

Godlo, Yase