The 46664 Bangle is the official bracelet engraved with Nelson Mandela's prisoner number, 46664, and a laser image of his hand. 46664 is a symbol for Mr. Mandela's global charity efforts and humanitarian work, including the prevention of HIV AIDS. Every sale of a 46664 Bangle contributes funds to this campaign, creates jobs, and continues the message of social responsibility worldwide. Buy the Bangle, Change a Life.

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It’s In Our Hands To Make A Difference

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

See the video of "It's In Our Hands"

In the words of Nelson Mandela, “It is in your hands”. Every individual has the power to make a difference, no matter how small it may seem. 

46664 was Nelson Mandela’s prisoner number and is now an official, global HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention campaign, inspiring individual and collective action towards an AIDS-free world.

At its core, the campaign is about bringing hope and inspiration to all affected by HIV/AIDS.  46664 also raises awareness about social responsibility issues such as poverty, lack of education, gender inequality, lack of access to health facilities and the denial of economic opportunities.

46664  uses the universal connecting power of music, sport, entertainment and celebrity to educate, engage and empower those infected and affected by HIV/AIDS, and draws upon an extensive global network of ambassadors and celebrities to raise funds for the many projects it supports.

The 46664 Bangle is the official wrist bracelet in support of this campaign, making a difference in the lives of others through the manufacturing of these beautiful pieces of jewelry in South Africa. Wearing a copper bracelet may not seem like a significant gesture, but each 46664 Bangle generates income in South Africa for communities where it’s most needed. Wearing a 46664 Bangle also serves as a daily reminder of the difference one person can make in the lives of others.

The 46664 Bangle - it’s on your wrist, and it’s in your hands.

Madiba (Nelson Mandela) Beams as He Holds the World Cup Trophy in South Africa

Thursday, May 6th, 2010

Will he attend the opening ceremony? Will he choose instead to enjoy quiet time with his family? No-one knows the answer to that yet, but one things’s for sure – Nelson Mandela’s face shone with joy as he held the 18-carat solid gold trophy in Johannesburg, South Africa today.

Photo: Nelson Mandela Foundation / AP2010

Nelson Mandela was arguably the most influential force behind bringing the international soccer event to the African continent, and the last time he held the World Cup trophy was in Switzerland in 2004, when South Africa was awarded the tournament. Six years later, and the excitement is building daily in South Africa, as the country prepares to open the prestigious World Cup, kicking off in Johannesburg and Cape Town on June 11th.

“The Beautiful Game” is a positive story all round as South Africa enjoys the impact of the World Cup; from increased tourism and retail to improved infrastructure. And there’s a sense of unity and national pride not seen at this level in South Africa since the 1995 World Cup rugby – another world-class sporting event at the center of which stood Nelson Mandela.
 
There’s no indication yet from the Nelson Mandela Foundation whether Madiba will attend the World Cup event, but as Jerome Valcke, FIFA secretary general, said today, “For us there was no way that the trophy would arrive in the country and not be brought first to Mandela”.

Viva, Bafana Bafana, Viva! Let the games begin!

FIFA’s President Hopeful That Mandela Will Open World Cup

Friday, April 23rd, 2010
Madiba and Sepp Blatter

Nelson Mandela with Sepp Blatter

FIFA president Sepp Blatter is hopeful that Nelson Mandela will open the World Cup in South Africa. The former South African president, anti-apartheid campaigner and Nobel Prize winner, now 91, made his last public appearance February 11 this year, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his release from prison.

“We cross fingers that Nelson Mandela … can realize this dream. And his dream would be to be at the opening of the World Cup. For the time being, he is doing well and we hope that he can do it,” Blatter said Friday. “It will be his world cup.”

The soccer tournament starts June 11 in Johannesburg, South Africa, and ends with the final match on July 11.

67 Minutes for Nelson Mandela

Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010

“Where there is poverty and sickness, where human beings are being oppressed, there is more work to be done. Our work is for freedom for all. After 90 years of life, it is time for new hands to lift the burdens. It is in your hands now”.
(Nelson Mandela, Hyde Park, London, 2008)

The United Nations has declared July 18th as International Nelson Mandela Day.  The central theme of the day is that everyone could give up 67 minutes of their time to help others, as  Nelson Mandela says, it’s in our hands, to make a difference in our communities and beyond.  The 67 minutes represents the 67 years that Nelson Mandela fought for social equality for all.

In the first of a series of events for this year’s Nelson Mandela Day, 30 young cyclists from Johannesburg set out on a 500km cycle. They left on Human Rights Day and travelled the same path as the Sharpeville Massacre. See: Nelson Mandela Foundation

Morgan Freeman Wins NAACP Award

Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Morgan Freeman has won the NAACP lead actor award for his performance as Nelson Mandela in the uplifting movie, “Invictus.” Freeman could be seen mouthing “wow” as his name was announced. Good luck, Mr Freeman, for your Best Actor nomination, Sunday March 7th at the Oscars!

Photo: Chris Pizzello / Associated Press

The Long Walk to Freedom

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

The BBC have compiled an audio and photo history of Nelson Mandela’s long walk to becoming the first black President of South Africa.

BBC Slideshow, visit this link: Audio slideshow: Long walk to freedom

20th Anniversary of Mandela’s Release from Prison

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

Feb 11th marks the 20th Anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s release from prison. Images of him leaving Victor-Verster Prison after 27 years of imprisonment are now great moments in modern history. At the end of today, when the sun sets on the 20th Anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s release from prison, lets take a moment to reflect on the progress the country has made, and remember that there is still much to be done in South Africa. Please consider buying a 46664 Bangle and helping people in South Africa to gain new skills and earn an income through the 46664 Bangle program.


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