Vodacom Group CEO joins staff to mark Nelson Mandela International Day in Gauteng
Date: 2023-07-18
As
part of events to commemorate this year’s Nelson Mandela International Day, Vodacom South Africa organized a full day of activities for its staff. These activities aimed to
make a positive impact in Gauteng and help various Early Childhood
Development centers and schools in the area.
The activities included packing 750 food parcels, planting 150 sustainable
vegetable gardens, creating 300 Jars of Hope, and signing up for online
volunteering.
Chief Executive Officer of Vodacom Group, Shameel Joosub was present at the Midrand Campus to lend a helping hand to activities ongoing at the grounds and to show his appreciation to all staff for their support.
The theme for this year is — “The Legacy Lives on Through You: Climate, Food, and Solidarity.”
It
emphasizes the relevance of Mandela's legacy in addressing contemporary issues.
It highlights the urgent need to tackle climate change and food insecurity,
promoting sustainable practices, and ensuring access to nutritious food for
all.
Additionally,
the theme underscores the importance of solidarity and collaboration in
overcoming global challenges.
People
and organizations across South Africa participate in various activities such as
volunteering, community service projects, education initiatives, environmental
clean-ups, and supporting charitable causes. The goal is to promote
humanitarianism, unity, and the values of equality, peace, and freedom that
Nelson Mandela fought for throughout his life.
By: Kanto Okanta
