Visit of the Google Team for discussions around the digitalisation of its archives. They viewed the Nelson Mandela Gifts Collections as well as part of the archive.
Planning and preparations for Nelson Mandela statue unveiling. Bobby Heaney , Richard Attenborough and Wendy Woods, prepare and produce a documentary named the return of Mandela. Achmat Dangor and Zelda la Grange meet and discuss with them at Parliament square, London before for the unveiling of the statue. The return of Mandela documentary is shown before the arrival of Nelson Mandela and Graca Machel who share the stage Richard Atteborough, Gordon Brown, Wendy Woods and Ken Livingstone.
Ariel Dorfman meets Nelson Mandela and is in conversation with Mrs. Machel on parallel processes between South Africa and Chile on the Pinochet rule and experiences in Chile.
Ariel also speaks on his experience of meeting Madiba.
Dr Brian Brink of Anglo American VCT campaign and HIV/ AIDS held at the Anglo American. The workshop focuses on treatment, prevalence, incidence/ new infections. He addresses issues that there is a need for both private and public sectors to come together to fight HIV/AIDS pandemic.
Nelson Mandela endorsement message on the sale of the 46664 CD. The CD was produced from the 46664 concert held in Cape Town. Nelson Mandela explains that the proceeds from the sale will benefit the Nelson Mandela Foundation and their work towards HIV/AIDS campaign.
1. Nelson Mandela message and special greetings to Kim Dae Jung and his organisation. Nelson Mandela talks about Africa not only being the story of tragedy but also of progress. Africa today is mapping out a new ways dealing with the challenges that Africa faces. Mentions that their mission has been to liberate both the oppressor and the oppressed. "To be free is not merely to cast off one's chains but to live in a way that allows others to respect and enhance the freedom of all"- Nelson Mandela
2. Nelson Mandela's message calling for the support of Bono's red campaign. Red aims to help in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Nelson Mandela and Charlize Theron an Oscar-winning South African and American actress at his office the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Madiba praising Charlize about the work that she is doing abroad and representing South Africa so well. Charlize greets Madiba's three grandchildren.
Proceedings of the tenth Nelson Mandela Annual lecture delivered by Mrs Mary Robinson former Prime Minister of Ireland, held in Cape Town City Hall, South Africa
Video on promotional material for fundraising for the Nelson Mandela charities. Nelson Mandela's Retiring from Retirement announcement “Don’t call me, I’ll call you''. Three foundations to carry out the work. Drafts and final cut of various clips include the retiring from retirement speech and edited footage on the work of the Nelson Mandela Foundation, the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund and the Mandela Rhodes Foundation.
Thank you message to Prince Albert and Princess Caroline. "We have fought for peace and reconciliation, for social justice for all man, women and children to live together in harmony and with equal opportunities. These are ideals I still believe in, ideals I still live for but the time has come for me to fully handover my work to my charities; the Nelson Mandela Foundation, the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund and the Mandela Rhodes Foundation. Memory is a vital force in the life of people and nation and can help unite a divided society, my foundation will continue to bring people together providing a safe space especially for those who disagree and talk to each other. Our love for children is undiminished their innocence and energy, their happiness and welfare must be protected and treasured, it is their laughter that I yearned for most while in prison, my children fund will continue to bring hope to children and young people. A new generation of African leaders is beginning to emerge on the African continent" - Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela also mentions the support and assistance Prince Albert and Princess Caroline gave to his charities through A.M.A.D.E and says they should continue the work and memory of Princess Grace in protecting and promoting children's rights globally. The United for a better world initiative will help each of the charities continue their good work in the future. Monaco Gala dinner
Footage of Verne Harris Interviewing Madiba for the book launch of Prisoner in the Garden: Reflections on prison life. The interview focused on both Robben Island and Victor Verster the 1977 media visit.
The Nelson Mandela Foundation in partnership with the United Nations (UN) hosted the 18th Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture, delivered by António Guterres, on the theme "Tackling the inequality pandemic: A new social contract for a new era".
Proceedings of the HIV/AIDS dialogue held at the Nelson Mandela Foundation attended by deputy minister Noziwe Madlala- Routledge. The dialogue was part of the process of reviewing the Nation Strategic plan on HIV/AIDS. Input from the participants was submitted to the National Department of Health to influence policymaking.
Media highlights of Nelson Mandela visiting different places in South Africa informing people about the Nelson Mandela Foundation HIV/AIDS programme - Mobilising United Action on HIV/AIDS.
HIV/AIDS calling to care for four key components. 1. Research 2. Treatment and Care 3. Reviews Education 4. Strong Integrated leadership. Nelson Mandela Foundation HIV programme, with Medisin Sans’ Frontier. The program focuses on ongoing counselling, testing and support in South Africa.
The Nelson Mandela Tributes Database consists of tributes, and awards bestowed on Nelson Mandela. It includes tributes, awards and honours he received while in prison, after his release, while he was President of South Africa, during his retirement and posthumously.
The authorised portrait book launch includes footage of Nelson Mandela in conversation with Mac Maharaj, Ahmed Kathy Kathrada, Ruth Hobday, and Geoff Blackwell of PQ Blackwell interviewing the three stalwarts. (PQ Blackwell are the publishers from New Zealand). Professor Jakes Gerwel welcomes all visitors, with President Thabo Mbeki in attendance.
Nelson Mandela visits his home in Vilakazi street Orlando West Soweto with grandsons with grandsons Nkosi Zwelivelile (Mandla) and Ndaba together with a young great grand daughter. The home has been turned into a museum managed by the Soweto heritage trust and the family is given a guided tour.
1 video compilation of all Nelson Mandela videos in Qunu. Nelson Mandela's grandsons watching sport on the television in Qunu. Members of the Mandela family having lunch in Qunu. Nelson Mandela visited by Thenjiwe Mtintso and three other people in Qunu discussing the Thembu royalty. Madiba initial talks to PW Botha. After the discussusssion Mandla and Madiba is taken to the farmstead to inspect cattle and there is a discussion on the cattle. The team then proceeds to the Mandela family graveyard and is later joined by other members of the family. Later Winnie Madikizela Mandela arrives with Zinzdi for a joint birthday celebration for Zindzi and Ndaba where a meal is shared after a toast. Next day Mrs Machel and Madiba are having breakfast with Malenga Machel in the Qunu. Madiba and Mrs Machel proceed to the balcony and interact with the videographers.
"The concert" was the first 46664 concert, this was held in Greenpoint stadium Cape Town, South Africa. Recorded from videotapes from 46664/1 to videotape 46664/55. The videotapes are in folders 1 and 2. Each videotape is recorded in three formats. The first format being the use copy MP4. format followed by the MOV. format which has a higher quality followed by the MXF which is broadcast quality. The reason for this is to provide for use copies and also to provide for broadcast quality whenever it is needed.
Nelson Mandela's recorded messages for: 1. Fidel Castro 80th birthday. Nelson Mandela mentions the role played by Cuba both in pre and post the struggle for liberation of South Africa. Nelson Mandela message wishing 2. Bill Clinton 60th birthday, congratulates Bill Clinton excelling in making creating a better life for all. 3. Message for the closing session of the Clinton global initiative 4. Message for the Mo Ibrahim in developing the new criteria for good governance for African continent leader who have the challenge to African communities from poverty 5. Message for the ASCCI presidential awards
Video on Nelson Mandela meets the United States of America national team and Bafana-bafana with national coaches Pitso Mismane and Bob Bradley introducing the players. Nelson Mandela, Zelda La Grange, Mpaki Pule from the Nelson Mandela Childrens Fund, Ndaba Mandela, Steven Pienaar and child. Photo opportunity with both teams.
Video of Nelson Mandela 90th birthday announcement. Full proceedings of Nelson Mandela 90th birthday announcement, Nelson Mandela explains that he his handing over the work that he has started to Mandela charities, Nelson Mandela outlines the work of each of the Mandela charity and how the charities will continue with the specific work. This event was held at victory theater in Johannesburg.
Nelson Mandela has been the subject of numerous documentaries, feature films and news specials. This list is not exhaustive. Any additions or comments would be gratefully received, please reach us via archives@nelsonmandela.org. To see whether the NMF has copies of these films please check the NMF Film & Sound Collection.
