The Grahamstown Human Chain started at Ncame street and carried through to Somerset street, uniting more than 4000 citizens in celebrating Nelson Mandela's legacy despite the dreary weather.
The Grahamstown Human Chain started at Ncame street and carried through to Somerset street, uniting more than 4000 citizens in celebrating Nelson Mandela's legacy despite the dreary weather.
Held on 21 February, the event puts a spot light on the legacy and values instilled by Tata Nelson Mandela. The Anglican Archbishop of Cape Town, Dr Thabo Makgoba contacted universities across the country to encourage them to participate in this initiative.
The event brought to light the importance of reflection on both our young democracy and social integration in all communities.
However, such an event also probes further questions, regarding the effectiveness of a human chain in unpacking complex relations in a town such as Grahamstown.
