The observance at the New York State Building in Harlem in conjunction with New York State Senator Bill Perkin’s office “Honoring the Life & Legacy of Tata Nelson Mandela” is still reverberating as the former South African president and anti-apartheid icon completed 51 days hospitalized in critical but stable condition for the treatment of recurring lung infection. The Harlem, New York commemoration included a panel discussion, live entertainment featuring a Zulu Warrior Dance performed by Imbizo executive member and choreographer Sduduzo Ka Mbili. South African-born Broadway star, actor, singer and choreographer Thuli Dumakude also provided entertainment. “It was a very important way to commemorate his birthday. And, even at this time when his struggle reminds us of so much that the struggle continues” said Senator Perkins whose 30th Senatorial District is part of New York County including Harlem, the Upper West Side and Washington Heights. “And that his courage in the face of the difficulties that he is going thru now in terms of his health again exemplies the courage that he expressed that ended apartheid,” Senator Perkins stated to Sahara TV reporter Zimbabwe born Fungai Oliver Maboreke outside the state building courtyard.More on shout-africa/top-story/us-imbizo-host-committee-ny-honors-nelson-mandela/
Posted on: Wed, 31 Jul 2013 20:10:06 +0000
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