Reflections on Nelson Mandela's Walk to Freedom 30 Years Ago
The late former president Nelson Mandela walked out of Victor Verster Prison on February 11, 1990 a free man, after serving 27 years behind bars for defying the apartheid government. The statesman changed the political landscape in South Africa and became an international icon for his stance on peace and democracy.
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South Africa:
Nelson Mandela's Release and the Unimagined Dream
Daily Maverick, 12 February 2020
In stepping out that day, Madiba became more than a symbol to millions, not only in South Africa, but globally. He represented an unimagined dream. Read more »
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Africa:
What's Left of Nelson Mandela's Gratitude to the Continent?
DW, 11 February 2020
Nelson Mandela's release from prison was due in part to the combined support of African countries. The recurring violence in South Africa today makes one wonder how their role in… Read more »
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South Africa:
Mandela Release 30 Years On - Struggle Stalwarts, Shane Warne Pay Their Respects At Old Paarl Prison
News24Wire, 12 February 2020
As struggle stalwarts commemorated former president Nelson Mandela's release from prison 30 years ago in 1990, some also lamented that the last 10 years were "from hell". Read more »
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South Africa:
Globe Commemorates 30th Anniversary of Mandela's Release
SAnews.gov.za, 11 February 2020
Many people across the globe today are remembering the day in which former President Nelson Mandela raised his fist in the air as he made his way out of the Victor Verster prison,… Read more »
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South Africa:
30 Years Since Mandela's Release - Historic Moment to Be Marked With String of Events
News24Wire, 11 February 2020
February 11 marks the 30th anniversary of the release of former president Nelson Mandela who was jailed for 27 years following his arrest in 1962. Read more »
