"A Ray of Light Converted in life", a poem dedicated to Nelson Mandela by Daniel Iván Rivera Jovel in recognition of the hard work during his life and now.
A mural commemorating Nelson Mandela's visit to Montreal 30 years ago was unveiled in the city's Sud-Ouest borough. It was painted at the Union United Church on Delisle street one of the oldest Black congregations in Canada and the place where Mandela spoke on this trip to the city in 1990.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
in recognition of globally significant efforts toward greater understanding among nations and cultures from the University of Georgia and Delta Airlines, USA
for Mr Mandela's contributions to advance the cause of social justice and racial harmony. The award forms part of the agency's Heritage Archives Project
