Madiba Magic
In celebration of 20 years of freedom ...
Nelson Rolihlahla Dalibhunga Mandela.
Warrior, statesman, freedom fighter, Nobel Prize winner, Africa’s most celebrated, yet most humble son. How much do we via to wear, be associated, claim your“ 46664”.
How little did your captors realise, all those years ago, that the prison number they gave you, to rob you of your identity, to hurt, belittle and humble you, would one day be synonymous - across the world - with liberty, justice, and freedom, the catalyst for a nation so unique, so diverse, so blessed, that no rainbow, no matter how majestic, would ever even attempt to rival it.
You, who have transcended age, colour, gender, race and nationality – have taught us, through your example, to choose reconciliation; flatten our spears into plough shares; share one another's burdens, and cherish and value humanity - in all its shapes and sizes and colours. You inspire us like no other. Indeed, just as you once said that talking to a man in a language he understands, goes to his head, but talking to him in his language, goes to his heart - Tata mkulu, Madiba, father, we love you, respect you, and have heard you - you have indeed, gone to our hearts.
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