Nelson Mandela's 95th Birthday

In November 2009, the UN General Assembly declared 18 July "Nelson Mandela International Day" in recognition of the former South African President’s contribution to the culture of peace and freedom. 

On this particular occassion, 18 July 2013, Mr. Mandela's 95th birthday, the people of South Africa celebrated while the ailing former president stay, at a Pretoria hospital entered its 7th week.