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Nelson Mandela International Day 2024 – July 18
July 22 , 2024
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- On his birthday anniversary, this day celebrates the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela.
- Mandela became the first democratically elected president of the country on May 10, 1994
- He is referred to as the 'Father of the Nation' in South Africa.
- Throughout his life, Mandela fought for freedom and justice leading him to his imprisonment for 27 years.
- He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 for his contributions.
- In 1990, Indian government awarded Bharat Ratna to him.
- This year’s theme is ‘Combating poverty and inequality is in our hands.’
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