PICS: Ramaphosa closes commemoration of Mandela, Sisulu centenaries
CAPE TOWN - President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday unveiled the constitutional inscriptions on the steps of Parliament which officially closed the year-long commemoration of the 100-year birthday anniversaries of former Statesman Nelson Mandela and anti-apartheid activist, Albertina Sisulu.
“The citizens of this country, and their representatives who pass through these doors will be reminded of the fundamental principles upon which our society is founded. Each one of us will need to reflect on whether our daily actions advance or betray the cause of freedom and democracy.” The ceremony took place as the country marked the 25th anniversary of democracy and the end of term of the 5th Democratic Parliament.
“These values have universal appeal. They are consistent with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and find resonance with the rest of progressive humanity.These principles therefore not only bind us together as a nation, but they bind us to the peoples of the world.It is significant that these principles are being inscribed on the steps of Parliament as we celebrate 25 years of a free and democratic South Africa.
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