Christie Coertzen: It is a day to relive what Nelson Mandela did for us and show kindness towards everyone and for the day, I usually help at an organisation. Photo: Zamokuhle Ndawonde
Mandela Day is more than just 67 minutes of service for many young people.
Five Veritas College learners shared with the Springs Advertiser their thoughts on what the day means to them and why they believe acts of kindness can make a lasting difference.
Meera Kuner: For me, the day means showing love to the unloved and spreading kindness so that they feel better in any way. On the day, I usually help those who are in need around my community. Photo: Zamokuhle Ndawonde
Tiana Vengatsamy: Mandela Day is about celebrating the freedom of the country through loving and supporting each other and remembering the teachings of Nelson Mandela. Photo: Zamokuhle Ndawonde
Faith Moilwa: Mandela Day is important because of what he did for us as a nation and the world, as he showed that he cared for everyone. Photo: Zamokuhle Ndawonde
Mongezi Maposa: Mandela Day shows us the importance of looking after each other, especially those who are in need and teaches me to care for people, not just on the day but all the time. Photo: Zamokuhle Ndawonde
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Zamokuhle Ndawonde is a journalist who loves community-based stories. She covers stories within the community, ranging from good news to hard news and sport, using skills such as video editing and photography to engage people in different ways.
