DVD Mandela: Son of Africa, Father of a Nation A Captivating view of the indomitable spirit of one of the world's most fascinating figures. Directed by Jo Menell and Angus Gibson and produced by Jonathan Demme, Edward Saxon and Jo Menell. Total Running time: 118 minutes
Offering an intimate look at one of the world's most revered human rights figures from his childhood to his election as South Africa's first black president, the feature-length film produced by Jonathan Demme was nominated for the 1997 Academy Award® for Best Documentary.
A 26-track CD soundtrack includes South African legends Hugh Masekela, Johnny Clegg & Saluki, Vusi Mahlasela, The Manhattan Brothers, Brenda Fassie and many more. The 48-page book and National Geographic Map chronicle the political and cultural history of South Africa
CD Mandela: Son of Africa, Father of a Nation Original Soundtrack Evoking the rich and vibrant musical legacy of South Africa, with traditional Xhosa and Zulu folk songs, '50s township swing and jump blues, harmony trios and powerful protest songs of freedom.
Track List: 1 Robben Island Ambiance 2 Father of Our Nation - Jennifer Jones and Hugh Masekela 3 Childhood - Original Score 4 Sip N’ Fly - The African Jazz Pioneers 5 In The Queue - Original Cast Of The All African Jazz Opera “King Kong” 6 Yiyole The - Havana Swingsters 7 Pula Kgosi Seretse - The Skylarks 8 Ndenzeni Na? (What Have I Done?) - The Father Huddleston Band 9 Vuka Vuka (Get Up, Get Up) - The Manhattan Brothers 10 De Makeba - The Jazz Dazzlers 11 Lalelani - The Skylarks 12 Mandela-Madiba Original Score 13 Toyi Toyi Mix - The African National Congress Choir 14 Heavyweight - The Kalahari Surfers With Lesego Rampolokeng 15 Wars Of Old - Original Score 16 Asimbonanga (Mandela) (We Have Not Seen Him) -Johnny Clegg And Saluki 17 Family Theme - Original Score 18 Nelson Mandela - The Specials 19 Rest In Peace - Original Score 20 When You Come Back - Vusi Mahlasela 21 Transkei - Original Score 22 Guns And Pangas - The Kalahari Surfers With Shaun Naidoo 23 Sad Song - Original Score 24 Phansi Ngodlame - Babsy Mlangeni 25 Mmalo-We - Bayete And Jab Khanyile 26 Black President - Brenda Fassie
48-page Book Telling the compelling story of the extraordinary life of Nelson Mandela is a beautiful, 48-page book filled with dozens of photos and art images, and an essay by acclaimed British journalist Robin Denselow.
Map 20” X 30” Poster Map exclusively created by the National Geographic Society
The 2008 World Impact Award presented to Mr Mandela in recognition of his vision and effots in shaping the world's destiny from the Dallas Black Dance Theatre, USA
Award presenting Mr Mandela with the Pasteur Foundation Award for his work on behalf of public health and human rights from the Pasteur Foundation, USA
Nelson Mandela International Day events in 2009 including Nelson Mandela Day Concert Radio City New York, Exhibition New York, Gala Dinner New York, Roosevelt Park New York, and United Nations (UN) announcement New York.
This profile on South African president Nelson Mandela tells the legendary leader's inspiring tale from the beginning, detailing his work as an activist, his 27 year imprisonment, and his ascension to the seat of political power that led the Nobel Peace Prize winner to inspire so many. First aired on the Smithsonian Network in 2007
Honorary Doctor of Laws Degree saluting Mandela's accomplishments, praying for his continued success, and welcoming him to the company of alumni from Brown University, USA
The Honorary Degree is bestowed on D. Nelson Mandela considering the exceptional merits achieved by him. Proposed by the School of Architecture The doctorate consists of the certificate, a medal and headwear., Spain
The Nollywood and African Film Critics Award (NAFCA) is bestowed on professionals in the African film industry including directors, actors, writers and humanitarians, USA
The Gulen Institute Peace Awards are presented biennially to individuals or institutions that have significantly contributed to peace along with its foundations, such as social justice, social harmony, social welfare, interfaith and intercultural dialogue and conflict resolution
Honor from the NGO Committee on Aging of the United Nations on the occassion of the 21st annual UN celebration of the International Day of Older Persons (IDOP), USA
In recognition of Mr Mandela's role in ending Apartheid and for his advocacy of peace, reconciliation and social justice. The unique specimen of this new species was collected in KwaZulu Natal and is the only species of this genus known from South Africa
President Bill Clinton hosted a benefit in his private office to honour the lasting legacy of Nelson Mandela. This event marks the launch of a new Foundation initiative to promote Mr Mandela’s legacy globally in the years ahead.
Supporters from South Africa, the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and Nigeria joined President Clinton, Minister Tokyo Sexwale and Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory CEO Achmat Dangor in paying tribute to Nelson Mandela and his work to promote dialogue and a just society.
The graphic features the continent of Africa in the shape of a fist, filled with the colours of the South African flag. Mr Mandela's name and this birth and death years have been added.
A nine foot statue by Cape Town sculptor Jean Doyled. The statue is a copy of the one that stands outside the Drakenstein Correctionsl Facility - formerly Victor Verster Prison.
on the 10th anniversary of the Prize: Mandela is the perfect example of an individual who fought for justice through the political system in place. He truly made a difference.
Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas
Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders was renamed Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders.
The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is the flagship program of the U.S. Government’s Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI). Since 2014, nearly 5,800 young leaders from every country in Sub-Saharan Africa have participated in the Fellowship. The Fellows, between the ages of 25 and 35, are accomplished leaders and have established records of promoting innovation and positive impact in their communities and countries.
Nelson Mandela head of leadership and development Verne Harris and Afre Researcher Patronella Nqaba having a talk with high school learners at New York.
Nelson Mandela Foundation Head of Leadership and Knowledge Development Verne Harris was a visiting professor at Dominican University in Chicago during its 2018-9 academic year. As the holder of the Follett Chair in information studies, on 16 April he delivered the annual Follett Lecture for 2019 (text attached). The title for the Lecture was A Time to Remember, A Time to Forget: Fred Hampton, Nelson Mandela and the Work of Memory.
Fundraising events, President Barack Obama participates in a Mandela 100 discussion with Graça Machel and moderated by Lesley Williams during an event at the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington
As a symbol of diplomacy and dialogue, the installation pays tribute to Nelson Mandela and his efforts to bring people together to find effective solutions for peace. The installation will remain at the Headquarters’ plaza through September 2018, when the plan is to transfer it to Oslo and a permanent location near the Nobel Peace Center and the Oslo City Hall.
Throughout her legal career—spanning nearly five decades—Ruth Bader Ginsburg has been an unwavering force for progress and a leading voice for equality and justice. With a disarming honesty, Ginsburg discusses everything from gender equality and fitness to literature and the importance of hard work. The inimitable Ruth Bader Ginsburg, an associate justice of the US Supreme Court, embodies the power of persistence and integrity. Here, she reflects on her many years of service to the law, as well as her family life and struggle with cancer.
Prexy Nesbitt is an activist and academic from Chicago who was active in the struggle to end apartheid and worked to end colonialism in Angola, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Namibia. He founded the Antioch Committee for a Free South Africa, which succeeded after a ten-year campaign to achieve the divestment of Antioch College’s holdings from companies involved with apartheid. Nesbitt worked for the American Committee on Africa (ACOA) where he coordinated the National Committee to Oppose Bank Loans to South Africa from 1976-1979. From 1979-1983 he was Program Director for the Program to Combat Racism of the World Council of Churches in Geneva. He has also worked for the Institute for Policy Studies, the American Friends Service Committee and Africa Action.
Rutgers University, New Jersey, holds a collection of materials related to anti-apartheid and divestment activities. It includes material on the Coalition in Solidarity with South African Liberations and the Rutgers Coalition for Total Divestment.
