THE late Nelson Rolidlala Mandela was honoured with a memorial walk in front of the Union Buildings in Tshwane a decade after his death.
The Gauteng government and the Nelson Mandela Foundation jointly organised a 10km, 21km and 5km walk to commemorate Madiba's commitment to equality.
The walk took place on Sunday, 10 December.
After the release of 10 white doves as a sign of peace and remembrance, a wreath-laying ceremony was held. The event was sponsored by Unilever, who also offered free massages after the walk.
Despite the Covid-19 pandemic limiting the visibility of the run and the low number of participants in the event since 2019, it was a great success with 5 000 participants.
Gauteng is proud to have played a prominent role in the commemoration of the 10th anniversary of former president, demonstrating its commitment to justice, equality and a Mzansi without racial barriers.
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According to Gauteng Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation MEC, the 2023 commemorative walk focused on the elderly and schoolkids.
"To celebrate his memory, the province will continue with the Remembrance Walk and Run. The aim was to promote the culture of the next generation of athletes," said the MEC.
Orlando Pirates legends Teboho Moloi, Aubrey Lekwane, Bashin Mahlangu and two-time Grand Slam champion, Kgothatso-Monjane, were among the participants in the Mandela Remembrance Walk.
Dikeka, Mandela's granddaughter, who led the 5 kilometre march, believes rain is a sign of victory for her family because it also rained during his death and the memorial service. She praised the nation for honouring Mandela's legacy in this way.
"Covid-19, climate change, unemployment and load shedding have changed lives since his death," she said.
Khosi Sithole (85) from Thembisa’s Bophelong Fitness Club in Limpopo hailed the Mandela family for sharing Tata with the entire nation.
