The United Nations has declared that July 18 will be known as "Nelson Mandela International Day." The U.N. chose to honor Mandela because of his work toward freedom around the world. July 18 was chosen because it is Mandela's birthday.
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July 18, 2009 was also the launch of the inaugural Mandela Day in New York. Events included the Mandela Day concert, a 46664 celebration, where international artists – including Alicia Keys, Cyndi Lauper, Stevie Wonder, Josh Groban and Whoopee Godlberg – came together to show their support.
The 46664 Bangle initiative http://www.theBangle.com also supported Mandela Day week and several artists were seen wearing the 46664 Bangle bracelet.
May God Almighty bless U.N. with knowledge and more understanding to chose july 18 as Nelson Mandela International Day. It’s right and fair.
im a composer,a recording and performing artist i would like to congradulate the U.N.for Tatas annual birthday celebrations as a South African artist i will be honoured to be included in the line as i have this beautiful composition for uBaba uMandela’s birthday and i have always wanted to bles him with it.