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18
July
2008

Mandela turns 90 and speaks about persistent poverty

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Biography ๐Ÿ“… 18 July 2008 ๐Ÿ“ South Africa

Mandela spent his 90th birthday in Qunu, his rural home, and urged wealthy people to share with those facing poverty. His comments acknowledged the gap between the democratic transition and material equality. Qunu also connected his later life to rural community and family, beyond the presidential and global stages.

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Nelson Mandela

Organizations in this Event

Nelson Mandela

Graรงa Machel

Nelson Mandela Foundation

Qunu community