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Friday, July 23rd, 2010
We saw people planting trees, handing out food to the homeless, visiting orphanages, meditating for world peace, and countless other activities to make a difference to their communities on Nelson Mandela Day on Sunday, July 18. It was an extra meaningful day to wear your 46664 Bangle bracelet as a reminder of the leadership of Nelson Mandela and how each of us can make a positive impact through even the smallest actions.
Morgan Freeman starts the Nelson Mandela Day road trip
Celebrities, sports stars and political leaders around the world mucked in and did their bit, adding glamorous muscle to the celebration of Nelson Mandela Day. But it was the collective power of the individual actions that was particularly inspiring, as communities came together to enjoy helping others in less fortunate situations than themselves – which is the very essence of Nelson Mandela Day.
In the words of the Nelson Mandela Foundation, who thanked people worldwide for their participation:
Let the wonderful work that people have done with and within communities now continue, and people and organisations should establish ongoing relationships with the various charities that they assisted.
Wear a 46664 Bangle on your wrist, keep Madiba in your heart, and make every day a Mandela Day.
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Tuesday, May 4th, 2010
Nelson Mandela pays a surprise visit to the Springbok rugby team's practice session, 1995
Aptly titled, this new documentary (out this week on ESPN) refers to the extra special magic Nelson Mandela provided as an honorary member of the 15-man rugby team in South Africa. If the theme sounds vaguely familiar, you may be thinking of Invictus; Clint Eastwood’s Oscar-nominated film which was released last year, telling the gritty story of how Nelson Mandela and the 1995 Rugby World Cup helped South Africa’s healing process as the country struggled to find its feet in its newly-established democracy.
Even though some of us were in South Africa at the time and actually at that momentous World Cup final match in 1995, watching the celluloid rendition of this powerful political-sporting story 15 years later still induced some hard-to-believe moments. To the uninitiated, it must have seemed such an unlikely story, so perfect that it could only have been fabricated by Hollywood. And yet, the events happened (pretty much) the way Mr Eastwood portrayed it.
The 16th Man documentary is directed by Cliff Bestall and its drier, journalistic tone gives credibility to this tale that might otherwise be dismissed as exaggerated cheesiness straight out of Hollywood. Perhaps more fantastic than the movie Invictus or The 16th Man documentary is the fact that this story happened at all, and how different the outcome may have been for South Africa had it not been for “Madiba” (Nelson Mandela) striding out on to the field that day, in his green and gold Springbok rugby shirt.
“Who would have ever imagined that people would be dancing in the streets in Soweto for a rugby victory of a Springbok side?” asks Bishop Desmond Tutu rhetorically. “But they did!”
Produced by 46664 Bangle supporters, Morgan Freeman and Lori McCreary, The 16th Man promises to deliver an inspiring story – don’t miss it!
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Thursday, April 22nd, 2010
Being Positive About HIV AIDS
The prevention of HIV/AIDS is one of the focus areas of the 46664 campaign, and it can be disheartening to read sobering statistics such as Washington, DC having an AIDS rate that rivals some parts of Africa.
However, there are thousands of HIV/AIDS activists dedicating their efforts to making a difference and we thought we’d focus this newsletter on the more upbeat news and web sites showing hope in the battle against HIV/AIDS. We like to think of all the 46664 Bangle owners as social responsibility advocates who’ve made a contribution to that fight.
South Africa Redoubles Efforts Against AIDS
South Africa has the highest HIV/AIDS rate in Africa, and has begun an aggressive campaign to combat this disease, which currently sees new infections of 1,500 a day.
Clinic in South Africa encourages all patients to take an HIV test (Photo: Pieter Bauermeister for The New York Times)
President Jacob Zuma appealed to all South Africans to be tested for HIV, leading by example and publicly sharing the (negative)results of his own HIV test.
With an estimated 5.7 million HIV-positive citizens, South Africa has directed funding towards the testing, treatment and prevention of HIV/AIDS on a scale that United Nations officials say is the largest and fastest expansion of AIDS services ever attempted by any nation. Silindelokuhle Biyela is a widowed nurse who works at a clinic in a remote village of Kwa-Zulu Natal. “The nation is dying”, she said. “The people are dying. But we are going to try to help them.”
Morgan Freeman’s 46664 Bangle Bracelets Sparkled at the Oscars
In case you missed it – here’s a chance to
relive the glamor of the Oscars®, where we were excited and proud to see Morgan Freeman, his daughter Morgana, and Lori McCreary all wearing 46664 Bangle bracelets on the red carpet!
London-based jeweler, Sabine Roemer, designed the custom-made special editions which sparkled alongside the regular silver 46664 Bangle. Mr Freeman’s one-off diamond and emerald studded bangle will be sold for auction to raise funds for the Nelson Mandela Foundation. We appreciate this kindhearted support from celebrities as it encourages others to buy their own 46664 Bangle.
Every 46664 Bangle builds awareness about HIV/AIDS prevention.
World Excitement Builds for Soccer Event in South Africa
We can hear the cheers from here … Viva, Bafana Bafana, Viva! South Africa is only weeks away from hosting the prestigious World Cup, kicking off in Johannesburg and Cape Town on June 11th.
This is the first time the world’s biggest sporting event will be held in Africa, and the host country is immensely proud and excited to be put on the world stage for “The Beautiful Game”. It’s a positive story all round as South Africa enjoys the impact of the World Cup. Tourism and retail will thrive from the thousands of international visitors. The improved infrastructure (buildings, roads, transportation systems) is a lasting benefit to all South Africans. And there’s a sense of unity and national pride not seen at this level in South Africa since the 1995 World Cup rugby.
People visiting South Africa for the World Cup are being encouraged to see more than just the soccer matches – taking the opportunity to explore this vibrant and beautiful country, and learn more about its history and its people.
FIFA bought a number of silver 46664 Bangles as special gifts for the FIFA executive committee, along with a letter signed by Mr. Sepp Blatter and Mr. Nelson Mandela. With support from local sports stars and artists, as well as events and campaigns planned to promote the 46664 Bangle project, we hope visitors will be inspired to take home a little piece of Africa in the form of a 46664 Bangle. A fitting reminder of their visit, long after the final whistle blows on July 11th. Let the games begin!
Thank You to 46664 Bangle Supporters
As always, thank you for your support and interest in the 46664 Bangle project. Please help its continued success by raising awareness and telling others about this initiative. Every purchase of a 46664 Bangle has a direct and positive impact on people’s lives.
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Wednesday, March 10th, 2010
We can’t get enough of the 46664 Bangle bracelets on the red carpet! See Morgan Freeman and Lori McCreary wearing the two special-edition 46664 bangle bracelets, designed by London jeweler, Sabine Roemer. Oscar video clip of 46664 Bangle
Want to own your own? Then check out Morgana Freeman (Morgan’s daughter) wearing the beautiful silver 46664 bangle. Help to raise funds, aspirations and skills by buying the ‘South African bracelet for hope’ on this site.
The 46664 Bangle project aims to raise $130 million over 12 years. More than 4,000 job opportunities (and stories of hope) will be created, whilst contributing funds to the 46664 Campaign of the Nelson Mandela Foundation.
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Saturday, March 6th, 2010
Gorgeous and Glamorous. Dashing and Debonair. At Hollywood’s most glittering and anticipated evening of the year, the Academy Awards®, there was an extra sparkle on the red carpet tonight. As celebrities showed off their couture outfits, sleek hairstyles and dazzling fashionable accessories, two particular items of jewelry attracted special attention.
The 46664 Bangle bracelet
s worn by Morgan Freeman and Lori McCreary caught the eye of many on the red carpet tonight because of their greater significance and meaningful positive impact. The bracelets are beautiful bling, but as they are engraved with Nelson Mandela’s prisoner number 46664, they also represent his humanitarian causes and the noble qualities for which he is adored around the world. The bracelets will be auctioned at a later date to raise money for the Nelson Mandela Foundation.
Aside from the custom-made bracelets made specially for Morgan Freeman and Lori McCreary, the 46664 Bangles are available in platinum, gold, silver and copper. The bracelets are a powerful symbol of hope – creating employment where it’s so badly needed and supporting the 46664 Campaign of the Nelson Mandela Foundation in the ongoing fight against HIV AIDS.
Anyone can be a superstar and support the 46664 Bangle project by buying their own 46664 Bangle here – all the bracelets bear a digital imprint of Nelson Mandela’s hand, and are being referred to as the “South African Bracelet for Hope”.
Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
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Saturday, March 6th, 2010
The custom-made 46664 Bangle made its debut last night on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno as Morgan Freeman showed the custom-made 46664 Bangle which he’ll be wearing at the Oscars. All the bracelets bear a digital imprint of Nelson Mandela’s hand, and are being referred to as the “South African Bracelet for Hope”.
Morgan Freeman talks about the meaning of the 46664 Bangle, about Nelson Mandela, and his role in Invictus. Also on display was the silver 46664 Bangle which he wears regularly, the bracelet that anyone can buy and support the 46664 Bangle project. See Morgan Freeman’s bracelet and the full interview on NBC here
Speaking about the movie Invictus in the interview, did Nelson Mandela like the film? Freeman says, “We showed it to him at the Foundation … and I’m right next to him, watching him watch me be him. He smiled a lot and nodded and he seemed to like it.” But one of his greatest compliments came when Nelson Mandela’s long-time personal assistant heard Morgan Freeman talking on set – as Freeman says, “I got the best compliment … she thought when she came on the set first time, that Madiba was there”.
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Friday, March 5th, 2010
The official photographs of the special-edition, 46664 Bangles are in and we’re showing them off! The spectacular bracelets were designed by world-class jeweler, Sabine Roemer, for the 2010 Oscars. 
Morgan Freeman and Lori McCreary will be wearing these 46664 Bangles on the red carpet at this weekend’s 82nd Annual Academy Awards!
They’re undeniably elegant, with a meaningful and positive impact, as the bangles will be auctioned at a later date to raise money for the Nelson Mandela Foundation.
Anyone can support the 46664 Bangle project by buying their own 46664 Bangle. All the bracelets bear a digital imprint of Nelson Mandela’s hand, and are being referred to as the “South African Bracelet for Hope”.
See photos of Morgan Freeman’s bracelet and all the beautiful Bangles here: Official, Special Edition, 46664 Bangles for the 2010 Oscars
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