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UN To Celebrate Nelson Mandela International Day

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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) --  Nelson Mandela International Day 2018 marks what would have been the former South African president's 100th birthday.

He was born on July 18, 1918.

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The Centenary is a time to reflect on his life and legacy and to follow his call for world peace.

The Nelson Mandela Foundation is dedicating this year's Mandela Day to "Action Against Poverty," in honor of Mandela's leadership and devotion to fighting for social justice.

First published on July 16, 2018 / 10:54 PM EDT

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