"I am not a saint, unless you think of a saint as a sinner who keeps on trying." "I am fundamentally an optimist. Whether that comes from nature or nurture, I cannot say. Part of being optimistic is keeping one’s head pointed toward the sun, one’s feet moving forward. There were many dark moments when my faith in humanity was sorely tested, but I would not and could not give myself up to despair. That way lays defeat and death." "I stand here before you not as a prophet but as a humble … [Read more...] about #WDMS – What did Nelson Mandela say about himself?
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#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 opportunities. It is an ideal which I hope to live for and to achieve. But if needs be, it an ideal for which I am prepared to die." ~ Extract from I am Prepared to Die - Mandela's statement from the dock at the … [Read more...] about #WDMS – What did Nelson Mandela say about Apartheid?
Zahara and 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. http://youtu.be/-5IStBXHmpM Creator: mypedotcoza Posted to MyPE by: Alan Straton Submit your favourite Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch videos for consideration for publication on MyPE by filling in the form below: Click here to see more PE Videos. … [Read more...] about Zahara and Mzwakhe Mbuli – Tribute to Nelson Mandela
Unruly Crowd at Nelson Mandela Memorial
Nelson Mandela Memorial - Port Elizabeth, South Africa 13 December 2013. The crowd on the Northern side of the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium experienced difficulty in controlling themselves and were 'disciplined' by officials and volunteers. http://youtu.be/xDaAgpF4hNE Creator: mypedotcoza Posted to MyPE by: Alan Straton Submit your favourite Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch videos for consideration for publication on MyPE by filling in the form below: Click here to see … [Read more...] about Unruly Crowd at Nelson Mandela Memorial
Lusanda Spiritual Group at the Mandela Memorial
Nelson Mandela Memorial - Port Elizabeth, South Africa 13 December 2013. The Lusanda Spirtual Group perform at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. http://youtu.be/qLZGY6L5ncE Creator: mypedotcoza Posted to MyPE by: Alan Straton Submit your favourite Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch videos for consideration for publication on MyPE by filling in the form below: Click here to see more PE Videos. … [Read more...] about Lusanda Spiritual Group at the Mandela Memorial
Chapter Three
Nelson Mandela Memorial - Port Elizabeth, South Africa 13 December 2013. Chapter Three perform a cover version of John Lennon's Imagine at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. http://youtu.be/bh4FirW7Sak Creator: mypedotcoza Posted to MyPE by: Alan Straton Submit your favourite Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch videos for consideration for publication on MyPE by filling in the form below: Click here to see more PE Videos. … [Read more...] about Chapter Three
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
Jacob vs Barrack
The 'wooden' speech by South African Presiden, Jacob Zuma has come in for a lot of negative comments in the media - unfair in a way as his speech is being compared to that of one of the world's greatest orators, Barrack Obama. But, in a dancing and singing contest Zuma is still tops - see the 3 videos below: http://youtu.be/6fzRSE_p1Ys President Jacob Zuma sings "Kill the Boer" at ANC Centenery Celebrations in Bloemfontein, South Africa in January … [Read more...] about Jacob vs Barrack
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
Hold hands for Mandela
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality will hold a Dr Nelson Mandela Memorial Day today at the Vuyisile Mini Square starting at 13:00. The Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University will also form part of the service. Municipal employees will join the Dr Nelson Mandela Memorial Day human chain from Lillian Diedericks and Mfanasekhaya Gqobose Buildings at 12:00. They will then proceed to Vuyisile Mini Square, where they will participate in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality's prayer service to be … [Read more...] about Hold hands for Mandela
