Things to do this Mandela Day

Pitch in and help uplift your community in the spirit of tata Madiba


What are you doing this Mandela Day (Wednesday, 18 July 2012)?

Unanimously and officially adopted by the United Nations as an international day on November 2009, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela’s birthday (Madiba celebrates his 94th this year) has become a day on which we honour his 67 years of dedication to our country by giving 67 minutes of our time to a positive initiative in our communities. This movement has spread beyond our borders; now, individuals all over the world are encouraged to donate their time, their unwanted clothing and furniture, and their energy and skills.

You can take part by volunteering or just by saying thank you to people who do thankless jobs to keep the community safe.

Looking for something to do this Mandela day? Take a look at what we’ve put together.

The Elders


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Cape Town Events Calendar
July 2012
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Santa's Story Fugard TheatreSanta’s Story show at the Fugard ...

Esteemed opera singer Aviva Pelham recounts her mother’s fascinating tale of ...

Contortionist Madame ZingaraMadame Zingara’s 2013 Miracle Tour in ...

The grand dame of burlesque is back, this time at a premier Mother City ...

Organ Donor The ExchangeOrgan Donor Pop-Up Store in Cape Town

Give life, get fashion!

Kirstenbosch Centenary WalkKirstenbosch Gardens Centenary: ...

Celebrate the 100th birthdays of Africa’s most beautiful garden and ...

Rocking in a Free World BarnyardRocking in a Free World at the Barnyard ...

Journey across the globe with this rocking music revue show in Durbanville

Dornier Bodega Shellfish PlatterShellfish Special at Dornier Bodega ...

Make Wednesdays truly wonderful with a half-price shellfish deal at this ...

Ways of wellnessWaxing Wednesdays at Ways of Wellness ...

His and her hair removal for less at Cape Town’s first all-natural beauty ...

Galbi restaurant exterior signWednesday Restaurant Special at Galbi ...

Hurdle the midweek hump with an Asian braai experience and a free dessert

Hout Bay Dental Studio Teeth Whitening EffectsTeeth Whitening Special at Hout Bay ...

Brighten the midweek with a superb Wednesday dental deal

Yemaya hair salon cape townBlow-dry and Haircut Spa Special at ...

Treat yourself to a ladies’ blow-dry or gents’ cut for a mere R150

High Five Kite Surfer in Cape TownKitesurfing Lessons Special

Learn to kitesurf but leave the soaring costs behind

extrablatt 4Midweek Shakedown at Cafe Extrablatt

Unwind with half-price cocktails and house and hip hop DJs every Wednesday at ...

Sotano Lamb Burger SpecialDinner Special at Sotano by Caveau

Tuck into two lamb burgers and fries for the price of one every Wednesday

Tommy-outside-2Happy Hour Specials at Tommy’s Sports ...

Pull in for the cheapest beers, ciders and wines this side of Long Street

Winelands Tea at La MotteWinelands Tea at Pierneef à La Motte

Enjoy an old-Cape high tea at La Motte wine estate

planetrestaurant5Wine and Dine Series at the Mount ...

Fight winter weather with Planet Restaurant’s indulgent terroir experiences

Kurt SchoonraadJou Ma Se Comedy Club

Comedic giants and newbies take to the stage at this Observatory eatery

Santa's Story Fugard TheatreSanta’s Story show at the Fugard ...

Esteemed opera singer Aviva Pelham recounts her mother’s fascinating tale of ...

Contortionist Madame ZingaraMadame Zingara’s 2013 Miracle Tour in ...

The grand dame of burlesque is back, this time at a premier Mother City ...

Organ Donor The ExchangeOrgan Donor Pop-Up Store in Cape Town

Give life, get fashion!

Unogwaja ChallengeUnogwaja Challenge: Cape Town to ...

A journey of inspiration

Paella Thursdays at Lola's on LongCape Town Restaurant Special at Lola’s

Paella Thursdays: Feast on summery seafood at this Long Street locale

Rocking in a Free World BarnyardRocking in a Free World at the Barnyard ...

Journey across the globe with this rocking music revue show in Durbanville

Cape Good Food and Wine ShowThe Cape Town Good Food and Wine Show

Mzansi’s beloved food and wine exhibition brings in the big guns of the ...

Clearer Conscience Recycling Truck and StaffBusiness Recycling with Clearer ...

Keep the office eco-friendly with an effective corporate recycling collection ...

beyerskloof10Wine Tasting at Beyerskloof

Spend the day sipping and swirling proudly South African wines

Mount Nelson Oasis 10Lunch at Oasis Bistro

Dine poolside at the Mount Nelson hotel’s new restaurant

Stand Up Paddle Boarding with High Five Cape TownStand Up Paddle Board Group Lesson ...

Get 25% off a four-person introductory SUP session

planetrestaurant6Winter Dinner Special at Planet ...

Embark on an exquisite culinary journey at Cape Town’s iconic Mount Nelson ...

planetrestaurant5Wine and Dine Series at the Mount ...

Fight winter weather with Planet Restaurant’s indulgent terroir experiences

Jabula Hair Cape TownJabula Hair Braiding & Application ...

Give your locks a lift and twist for less

Seapoint 2How to Pay Traffic Fines in Cape Town

Your guide to dealing with that dreaded traffic ticket

Sip, Soup and Bread Winter Feast 03Sip, Soup and Bread Winter Feast

Enjoy hearty winter fare served with live entertainment and juicy reds (or ...

planetrestaurant6Winter Dinner Special at Planet ...

Embark on an exquisite culinary journey at Cape Town’s iconic Mount Nelson ...

Ways of wellnessMonday Teeth Whitening Special at Ways ...

Start the week with a lustrous smile thanks to Cape Town’s only organic ...

Cape Malay MealCape Malay Cooking Classes in Cape Town

Spice up the culinary repertoire with intimate Bo-Kaap lessons

Santa's Story Fugard TheatreSanta’s Story show at the Fugard ...

Esteemed opera singer Aviva Pelham recounts her mother’s fascinating tale of ...

Side ShowThe Side Show Club

A journey into Cape Town’s counterculture

Encounters 2013Encounters South African International ...

Grab your popcorn for a line-up of films guaranteed to get those cogs turning

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