Remembering Nelson Mandela on the 10th Anniversary of his death

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Pretoria
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Remembering Nelson Mandela, 10 Years Later

It has been exactly 10 long years since Former president of South Africa Nelson Mandela died in Johannesburg on December 5, 2013 at the age of 95. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Today, fans of Nelson Mandela along with the rest of the world have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Mandela, a cultural icon

Born Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela in Mvezo on July 18, 1918, his career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in South African history. Mandela was not just a great politician, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.

It's been 10 years since the tragic loss of Nelson Mandela and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Nelson Mandela is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great Nelson Mandela.

Nelson Mandela career in pictures

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