NMF Archive

Tribute from the Jewish National Fund of South Africa and the South African Zionist Federation

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July 2008

Certificate commemorating the 90th birthday of Mr Mandela and recognizing his life's work: President Nelson Mandela Park in Delft & Mamelodi- Walter Sisulu Environmental Centre Mamelodi, South Africa

Jewish National Fund of South Africa and the South African Zionist Federation

Congratulations with Honorary doctorate from Ryerson University from House of Commons, Canada

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17 November 2001

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Congratulations and best wishes to Nelson Mandela and Graca Machel as they received an Honorary doctorate from Ryerson University, Canada

Jean Augustine, M.P.

Nelson Mandela Foundation opened in 1999 as Mr Mandela’s office when he retired as president

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1999

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Until 2006 it focused on supporting a wide range of projects dear to Mr Mandela’s heart. In 2004 the Foundation established the Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory & Dialogue to promote Mr Mandela’s legacy. It contains an archive about the life and work of Mr Mandela which also attempts to provide links to the many other archival references to him and a Dialogue programme which seeks to foster Mr Mandela’s spirit of community and humanity in bringing people together to discuss a range of crucial issues facing South Africa and the world

Richard Allen Man of the Decade Award from the African Methodist Episcopal Church in South Africa

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20 January 1996

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award conferring The Richard Allen Man of the Decade Award upon Mr Mandela in honor of the Centennial Celebrations of the African Methodis Episcopal Church in South Africa

African Methodist Episcopal Church

Sumfest '94 award from Summerfest Productions LTD

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1994

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award recognizing the people of South Africa and Mr Mandela for their courage and strength in pursuing their freedom from apartheid and oppressive political rule, Jamaica

Summerfest Productions LTD

Al Gaddafi Prize for Human Rights from the International Popular Committee of the Gaddafi Prize for Human Rights

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1989-05-30

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award conferred upon Mr Mandela for defending human rights, protecting the causes of freedom and supporting peace everywhere in the world, Libya

International Popular Committee of Gaddafi Prize for Human Rights

Honorary doctorate from the Karolinska Institute

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13 May 2005

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Honorary doctorate conferred by the Karolinska Institute (medical university) to Mr Mandela, Sweden

Karolinska Institute

Honorary doctorate Doctor of Laws from the University of Pretoria

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4 December 1997

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award conferring an honorary Doctor of Laws upon Mr Mandela, South Africa

University of Pretoria

Honorary doctorate Doctor of Literature from the Jadavpur University, India

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24 December 1990

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award conferring an honorary Doctor of Literature upon Mr Mandela from the Jadavpur University in India

Jadavpur University

Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela Primary School in Daveyton

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30 August 1996

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

The trowel used at the bricklaying ceremony and worker helmet for the school is held at the Mandela Museum

Nelson Mandela Bridge in Braamfontein, Johannesburg

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19 July 2003

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

The largest cable-stayed bridge in South Africa (284m). Links the cultural precinct of Newtown and Braamfontein with other key areas identified in the inner city renewal project of the City of Johannesburg. The bridge was opened by Nelson Mandela in 2003. It won an award for outstanding civil engineering achievement by the South African Institute of Civil Engineers (SAICE).

Opening of the Jukskei Park in Riverlea in honour of Nelson Mandela

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2022-12-05

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

The Nelson Mandela Foundation in partnership with Johannesburg City Parks, Zoo, Old Mutual, Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Department of Forest, Fisheries and the Environment, Green Development Foundation, Meals on Wheels Community Services South Africa, as well as Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa commemorated the 9th anniversary of struggle icon Nelson Mandela’s passing by officially opening the Jukskei Park in Riverlea, in Johannesburg. The park will also be the symbolic home for the foundation’s ‘One Million Tree Campaign’, which aims to promote environmental justice and food security, while mitigating the impact of climate change.

Sod-turning ceremony organised by the NMF and Thebe Tourism Group to celebrate the construction of the Mandela Atlantic Presidential Centre in Mandela's former home at 4 13th Avenue

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Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

The Centre will include meeting facilities and a boutique hotel

Nelson Mandela Theatre at the Joburg Theatre Complex, previously known as the Johannesburg Civic Theatre

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The Mandela theatre is Joburg Theatre’s flagship auditorium. Lined with plush red seating and accommodating 1069 patrons, it boasts one of the most technically proficient stages in the Southern Hemisphere. The theatre is the main theatre that forms part of the Joburg Theatre Complex in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. It seats 1,069 people and has a stage floor that covers an area of 400m². The Mandela Theatre is known for having hosted a range of world renowned productions, hit shows, and Broadway musicals. On the 5th of December 2023 at the theatre, the Nelson Mandela Foundation honoured the 10th anniversary of Madiba’s passing and hosted the Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture, with Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai as the speaker.

Mandela Street in the City of Culemborg

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Nelson Mandela Drive in Tshwane (previously Pretoria)

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Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Mandela Street in Mohlakeng, Randfontein

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Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Mandela Street in Mamelodi East, Tshwane (previously Pretoria)

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Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Lifetime Achievement award from the National Association of African Journalists

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2005

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Lifetime Achievement award from the National Association of African Journalists (NAAJ), USA

National Association of African Journalists

Honorary Life Membership from the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (Denosa)

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28 March 2001

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Awarded to Dr Nelson R Mandela for exceptional contribution to nursing, South Africa

DENOSA

Honorary Life Membership of the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (DENOSA) for his exceptional contribution to nursing

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28 March 2001

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Rotary honors the Nelson Mandela Foundation as a Champion of Inclusion 2022-2023

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2022-04-12

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Rotary International honors the Nelson Mandela Foundation as a Champion of Inclusion to recognize its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion around the world.

Rotary International

Mandela postage stamp issued by the South African Post Office: Happy 90th Birthday, Madiba!

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2008-07-16

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Postage stamps issued by the South African Post Office: Happy 90th Birthday, Madiba!

SA Post Office

The 2014 Spiritual Leadership Award from Humanity's Team

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27 July 2014

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

From the Humanity Team in Fort Collins, USA

Humanity's Team

Award for Democracy, Human Rights and Constitutionalism from the Constitution Hill Trust

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6 October 2009

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award presented to Nelson Mandela in recognition of his significant role in upholding the values of the South African Constitution, South Africa

Constitution Hill Trust

Royal Traditional Title of Okofo (Warrior) from the Asante King in Ghana

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21 April 2005

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Certificate conferring the Royal Traditional Title of OKOFO, which means Warrior, upon Mr Mandela from the Asante King Otumfuo Osei Tutu II on behalf of the Asante People, Ghana

King Otumfuo Osei Tutu

Appreciation from the 5th International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) World Parks Congress2003

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September 2003

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award presented to Mr Mandela in appreciation of his vision, energy, and commitment towards safeguarding the World's protected areas and with gratitute for his role as Patron and Supporter of the 2003 5th World Parks Congress, Switzerland

IUCN

Harvest Celebration 1659-2003 honour from KWV

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1 February 2003

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award presented to Mr Mandela in honour of his leadership and contribution in opening world markets for South African wine - KWV

KWV Board of Directors

Lifetime Friendship from the Reach for a Dream Foundation

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2 April 2002

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Certificate naming Mr Mandela as a Lifetime Friend in recognition of his invaluable and ongoing support, South Africa

Reach for a Dream Foundation

The King Abdulaziz Order for his dedicated efforts, co-operation and outstanding work from the King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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February 2002

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Certificate for his outstanding achievement from King Fahd bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

World Social Order from the Isodore Bakanja Foundation

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24 April 2001

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

World Social Order from the Isodore Bakanja Foundation - Peace - Love - Sharing, Congo

Isidore Bakanja Foundation

Appreciation from the Amalgamated Beverage Industries. Ltd.

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November 2000

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award given to Mr Mandela in appreciation for his precious time, South Africa

Amalgamated Beverage Industries, Ltd.

Recognition for outstanding contribution by Greater Johannesburg

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12 July 2000

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Awarded presented to Mr Mandela in recognition of his outstanding contribution towards the development of Greater Johannesburg, South Africa

City Council of Johannesburg

Madiba Lime Stone honour from the Community Policing Forum Sharpeville/Tshepiso

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10 December 1996

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award honoring Mr Mandela with a Madiba lime stone, South Africa

Community Policing Forum Sharpeville/Tshepiso

Scroll of Honour from KWV

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24 April 1996

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Scroll of Honour upon Mr Mandela for his major contribution in the lifting of sanctions and the opening of markets, Paarl, South Africa

KWV Board of Directors

Fleetwatch Friend of the Trucking Industry Award from Fleetwatch

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1994

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award presented to Mr Mandela in appreciation for his statemanship and in creating a climate conducive to peace from Fleetwatch magazine; 1994 Special Award, South Africa

Fleetwatch

Prince of Asturias Prize for International Cooperation 1992 from King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia of Spain

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31 October 1992

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award recognizing Mr Mandela as the recipient of the Premio Principe de Usturias, 1992 award for International Cooperation from Spain

King and Queen of Spain

17th November Medal from the International Union of Students

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1983

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award naming Mr Mandela the recipient of the 17th November Medal for meritous work in the interests of students and an outstanding contribution to the cause of peace and to a better future for mankind, the highest order of the IUS, Prague, Czech Repu

International Union of Students

Scroll of Honor from the Southern Transvaal African Chamber of Commerce and Industry

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Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Award conferring upon Mr Mandela the Scroll of Honour in recognition of his contribution to the abolition of apartheid, South Africa

Southern Transvaal African Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Special Award from the Kwaito Musicians of South Africa

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Special award presented to Mr Mandela for his contribution to the development of Kwaito Music, South Africa

Kwaito Musicians of South Africa

Order of Mapungubwe, Platinum

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10 December 2002

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

One of South Africa's National Orders. Awarded to Mandela for his exceptional and unequalled contribution to the liberation struggle, national reconciliation and nation-building in South Africa, and for his unwavering commitment to peace and justice in the world. Presented by President Thabo Mbeki. Mandela was the first recipient of the order in the Platinum class.

The Great Malavi Medal from the King of Morocco

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21 January 1992

Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes

Certificate recognizing Mr Mandela as the recipient of the Great Alavi Medal from the King of Morocco in recognition of Mandela's standing with the King. Translation is included and well as a form for the recipient to sign, Morocco

King of Morocco

Order of Lesotho- Knight Commander from the Kingdom of Lesotho