Tens Of Thousands Of Mourners Attend Winnie Mandela's Funeral

She was the former wife of anti-apartheid revolutionary and later president Nelson Mandela.

• Apr 15, 2018

Temple Students Celebrate Mandela Day In South Africa

A group of Temple University journalism students got to participate, as part of a foreign reporting project.

• Jul 18, 2015

National Constitution Center Honors Youngest Liberty Medal Recipient

Malala Yousafzai is the youngest recipient in the award's 26-year history, and for good reason.

• Jun 30, 2014

Local Non-Profit To Honor Legacy Of Nelson Mandela

The Martin Luther King Association is finalizing preparations for its 32nd annual awards and benefits luncheon.

• Jan 19, 2014

South African Native Living In Philadelphia Recalls Meeting Nelson Mandela

The day Nelson Mandela was arrested in 1962, a teenage Godfrey Sithole was just beginning his journey to America.

• Dec 6, 2013

People Around The City React To Nelson Mandela's Death

People all over the city are speaking out about the impact of Nelson Mandela's life and reacting to his death.

• Dec 6, 2013

Philadelphians Fondly Remember Nelson Mandela

His big smile and friendly wave is what many remember about Nelson Mandela the day he was awarded the Liberty Medal in 1993.

• Dec 6, 2013

Philadelphians Remember Mandela's Visits To The City

Nelson Mandela came to Philadelphia 20 years ago, on two occasions in 1993 to receive the Liberty Medal and then after he became South Africa's President.

• Dec 5, 2013

South Africa: Mandela's Condition Worsened To "Critical"

The South African presidency says the health condition of Nelson Mandela has become critical.

• Jun 23, 2013

Mary Robinson, Ireland's First Female President, Speaks For Women During Phila. Visit

The first female president of Ireland was in Philadelphia for International Women's Day, speaking at an event presented by the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia.

• Mar 8, 2013