This figure of is probably one of the most photographed on the Voting Line: By Anthony Harris/ Konrad Geel. The life-size laser-cut steel figures form a symbolic voting line that evokes a memory of voters as they were seen in the country's first democratic elections in 1994. CLICK HERE to order an original copy. The following artworks are represented on Route 67: 1. Way Finding Markers: The Wayfinding Makers start at the Campanile the city and the Donkin Reserve to the Nelson … [Read more...] about Route 67 – Nelson Mandela
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Zahara & Mzwakhe Mbuli Tribute to Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela Memorial - Port Elizabeth, South Africa 13 December 2013. Zahara and Mzwakhe Mbuli sing the 'Madiba Tribute Song' at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. … [Read more...] about Zahara & Mzwakhe Mbuli Tribute to Nelson Mandela
Mandela International Film Festival
The new Mandela International Film Festival is gearing up for its inaugural edition to run from 3 to 13 December 2015 in Nelson Mandela Bay. Nelson Mandela’s grandson Mandla Mandela is a patron of the festival and said: “The Mandela International Film Festival is a festival like no other. It not only celebrates the finest examples of bravery in film making, but also encourages and stimulates courageous film making through workshops and keynotes from leading industry specialists. Festival … [Read more...] about Mandela International Film Festival
67 minutes of cleaning
South Africans have been encouraged to dedicate 67 minutes of their time this Mandela Month to clean their communities. In his 2014 State of the Nation (SONA) message, President Jacob Zuma called on all South Africans to practice a healthier and cleaner way of living by taking care of their environment and cleaning up the areas where they live. "The country can be beautified by getting together for a major clean-up of our cities, town, township, villages and schools," said President Zuma … [Read more...] about 67 minutes of cleaning
Belated Friday Rant: Nelson Mandela Memorial Service
This has bothered me for a while now. We all agree that Nelson Mandela ascended into a universal icon - a steadying hand that bound all of us together regardless of political affiliation. In his last years he rose above petty party politics as a revered elder statesman. A while ago our local municipality defended their spending on the memorial service held for Nelson Mandela on 13 December 2013 as justifiable. As ratepayers we are not going to begrudge any send off for a man of such great … [Read more...] about Belated Friday Rant: Nelson Mandela Memorial Service
Top 15 Port Elizabeth Videos in 2013
For the purposes of this exercise we had a look at the Top 15 viewed YouTube videos with a Port Elizabeth 'connection' that were uploaded during 2013. Mindful of the fact that many would have been uploaded early in the year we also created a trendline for each of the Top 15 by creating a weight for each. This was done by dividing the number of views by the number of weeks that each has been available for during 2013. For example a video that was published 6 months ago received a weighting of … [Read more...] about Top 15 Port Elizabeth Videos in 2013
The Mandela Myth
The man is not buried for a full day yet and already the rumour mills and people seeking to feed off of controversy are stirring the pot of doubt. Events are being linked to any numer of conspiracy theories centred on 'outside' or 'inner circle forces' that set out to keep Mandela alive. People are setting out to create division in our country, politicise and polarise what has happened. What really happened here? A man who could have left prison bitter and vengeful chose the path of … [Read more...] about The Mandela Myth
What Did Nelson Mandela Say
The world watched the funeral of Nelson Rolihlala Mandela on Sunday 15 December 2013 and we bring you this list of What Did Mandela Say (#WDMS): #WDMS - What did Nelson Mandela say about Apartheid? "During my lifetime I have dedicated myself to this struggle of the African people. I have fought against white domination, and I have fought against black domination. I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society in which all persons live together in harmony and with equal … [Read more...] about What Did Nelson Mandela Say
Thousands came to say goodbye to Madiba
Official attendance figures indicates that 23 900 people came to the iconic Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium to say goodbye to Dr Nelson Mandela, affectionately known as Madiba, at the Eastern Cape Memorial Service today. (See: Nelson Mandela Bay Memorial and Images for images) The smiling face of the fallen hero on large banners adorning the stadium, almost seemed life-like when the brave young souls of two daycare centres, Haas Das and Omega Day Care, sang Twinkle Little Star, the National … [Read more...] about Thousands came to say goodbye to Madiba
Nelson Mandela Bay Memorial and Images
Today was the turn of Port Elizabeth to hold a memorial service for our beloved Tata Madiba. A significant one because it was being held in the stadium bearing his name and presented by the Municipality named for Nelson Mandela. All mourners were presented with a voucher for lunch and a cooldrink as they filed into the stadium. Umhlobo Wenene's Putco Mafani had the job of linking all the events together and of warming the crowd up. The estimated crowd numbers varied from 14 to 18 000 - my … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Memorial and Images
Municipal Centres closed today
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Traffic and Licensing Centres in Uitenhage and Korsten as well as all our Customer Care Centres will be closed today (Friday, December 13) to allow staff to attend the Provincial Memorial Service of Dr Nelson Mandela that will be held at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium from 9am. Traffic Law Enforcement will still be in place. Free trains from Uitenhage Residents are reminded to make their way to the stadium as early as possible to avoid disappointment. … [Read more...] about Municipal Centres closed today
Executive Mayor recounts moments with his comrades
Executive Mayor Benson Fihla recounted moments with his comrades at a special Memorial Service for the late Dr Nelson Mandela for employees of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality today. "Today is indeed an historic occasion, as we honour Nelson Mandela on the Vuyisile Mini Square, a place named after another brave comrade. We must give serious consideration to the fact that this square does not have anything to make it identifiable with Vuyisile Mini. Be that as it may, I was initially … [Read more...] about Executive Mayor recounts moments with his comrades
A small challenge from ABYC
The Minister of Sport & Recreation, Fikile Mbalula, recently announced; "In honouring the mourning period of Madiba, all our sports competitions that have been scheduled for 15 December will be cancelled to honour and mourn the death of Tata. Teams will also wear the black band and sing the national anthem and dedicate coming games in honour of Mandela." ABYC will honour the memory of Nelson Mandela and has canceled all competitive sailing at the Algoa Bay Yacht club on Sunday 15 December … [Read more...] about A small challenge from ABYC
Qunu road closures ahead of funeral
Authorities are this morning closing various roads around Qunu in the Eastern Cape, where the late former President Nelson Mandela's body will be buried on Sunday. It is in his home town that he will find his final resting place. Madiba's body will be flown from Waterkloof Air Force Base on Saturday to Mthatha Airport or East London, depending on the weather from where it will depart for Qunu. Government has called on residents and media in Qunu to make sure that the struggle icon is … [Read more...] about Qunu road closures ahead of funeral
Road Closures around the Stadium for Nelson Mandela Memorial
Residents are advised to make their way to the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium early on Friday morning as traffic will be redirected when the stadium is filled to capacity. Those wishing to attend the provincial memorial service for Dr Nelson Mandela, that will be held at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium from 9am tomorrow, are advised to make their way to the stadium early as plans are in place to redirect buses if the stadium is filled to capacity. Zahara, Lusanda Gospel Group, Eastern Cape … [Read more...] about Road Closures around the Stadium for Nelson Mandela Memorial
