On this day in 1964, Nelson Mandela was sentenced to life in prison in South Africa. Discover his early life and see what prompted him to join the African National Congress to fight apartheid. Learn about his 27 years of imprisonment and his work - and legacy - as the first black president of South Africa. | Biography

[HAPPENING NOW] Renowned African scholar Professor Patrick Lumumba delivers the Nelson Mandela memorial lecture at the Walter Sisulu University in Mthatha. Tune in to News Night. Courtesy DStv403 | eNCAnews

The 19th Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture will be delivered on 25 August 2021 by the former Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Fatou Bensouda, whose term ended on 15 June 2021. #NMAL2021 Read: https://www.nelsonmandela.org/news/entry/media-statement-19th-nelson-mandela-annual-lecture-announcement | Nelson Mandela

Something powerful is coming. The 23rd Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture is almost here, a space where ideas ignite action and inspire global change. Happening this October, streamed live worldwide. Stay tuned to our pages for the official announcement. You don’t wanna miss it! #NelsonMandela #NMAL2025 #NMAL #HumanRights #GlobalJustice #Peace #Leadership | Nelson Mandela