Mandela�s legacy lives on
Friday, November 07, 2014
When tourists visit Johannesburg, a trip to Mandela’s Houghton home is among the ‘top places’ to on the tour as recommended by Gauteng Tourism.
Tourists worldwide frequently visit the Houghton residence and take pictures while there. Just in the front of the house there are messages written on pebble stones of all colours from white, red, blue, yellow and pink bidding Mandela farewell.
While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...