I am Khululekile Ndawonde Welcome to my blog, where I reflect on my Mandela day experience as a Community Engagement Intern at University of Johannesburg . In this space, I share how I contributed to meaningful service at Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital through real action, hard work, and purpose. From cleaning solar panels to painting road signs, I document how we honoured Madiba’s legacy. I also reflect on what I’ve learned about public service, teamwork, and the powerful role of community engagement in shaping both personal growth and professional values in Public Relations.
More Than 67 Minutes: My Mandela Day at Nelson Mandela Children's Hospita l. How a day of cleaning solar panels and painting road signs transformed into a moment of purpose Mandela Day is more than just a date; it is a national call to action. Every year on July 18, this day honours Nelson Mandela's life and legacy by encouraging people all across the world to spend 67 minutes doing good for others. These 67 minutes remember Madiba's 67 years of battling for social justice, freedom, and human rights. However, Mandela Day is more than just minutes; it is about impact. It's about showing up, putting in the effort, and remembering that we all have a chance to transform someone's life, even if only for a day. As a Community Engagement Intern at the University of Johannesburg, I had the privilege of spending Mandela Day at Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital, where I supported a cause that represented Madiba's important principles of care, compassion and comm...