container libraries

Mandela Day: libraries in containers

Mandela Day container librariesThe Mandela Day Libraries project, which uses re-purposed shipping containers to supply almost-instant library facilities to primary schools most in need, perfectly captures the spirit of the Mandela Day slogan, "Make every day a Mandela Day".

Mandela Day: libraries in containers

Mandela Day container librariesThe Mandela Day Libraries project, which uses re-purposed shipping containers to supply almost-instant library facilities to primary schools most in need, perfectly captures the spirit of the Mandela Day slogan, "Make every day a Mandela Day".

44th Mandela Day library delivered

The Mandela Day Libraries project delivered its 43rd and 44th libraries, made from custom-adapted 12-metre shipping containers, to schools in Limpopo and Mpumalanga last week.

Mandela deeds in motion

From a book drive to help underprivileged schools build libraries, to a marathon commemorating the 1962 arrest in the KwaZulu-Natal town of Howick, Mandela Day events are all the buzz.
• Schools to benefit for Mandela Day

How does Mandela Day inspire you?

The recent launch of the annual International Mandela Day is a reminder to us all that giving to others requires little effort when you consider what the man did for the nation.
Schools to benefit for Mandela Day