CAPE TOWN - Nelson Mandela Day is about inculcating a culture of service - that lasts beyond the 67 minutes set aside on 18 July every year.
That's according to President Cyril Ramaphosa who has used his weekly letter to discuss the importance of today. The number 67 symbolises the amount of years the global icon spent fighting for justice, equality, and human rights.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has described this as a difficult time for South Africa. He said the country is in the midst of an energy crisis that's causing great hardship. He also said a spate of violent crimes is heightening fear and insecurity in communities, and poverty and unemployment is taking a heavy toll on millions who are struggling to make ends meet.
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