By Charmaine Ndlela
The Nelson Mandela Foundation has officially launched the Mandela Legacy Sporting Series, which brings together four major sporting events aimed at promoting social change inspired by the legacy of former President Nelson Mandela.
The series was unveiled at Sanctuary Mandela in Houghton.
Speaking at the launch, Nelson Mandela Foundation Chief Executive Officer Dr Mbongiseni Buthelezi said the initiative was a platform for active citizenship and social mobilisation.
“The Mandela Legacy Sporting Series is not simply a sporting calendar. It is a platform for mobilisation, solidarity, and impact,” Buthelezi said.
He said the campaign seeks to encourage South Africans and communities across the continent to use sport as a tool to drive social change while preserving Madiba’s legacy.
Among the key events announced is the Mandela Day Walk and Run, set to take place on 19 July at DP World Wanderers Stadium. Organisers said they were aiming to
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