President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle expressed their heartfelt thoughts on Nelson Mandela as he celebrates his 94th birthday. EXCLUSIVE: We Call Him Madiba In an official statement released by the White House, Obama praises Mandela’s contribution to the world through his efforts of non-violence and his ability to transform not only a country in […]

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“I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.” ~Nelson Mandela The rest of the world knows him as Nelson Mandela. We, as South Africans, choose to call him Madiba, his Xhosa […]

466/64 Fashion is inspired by a true global paragon of peace and reconciliation. Named after Nelson Mandela’s old Robben Island prison number, the 466/64 campaign is one the world’s largest social justice initiatives. This remarkable enterprise has transformed the lives of millions of people for the better. 466/64 Fashion is a proud extension of Nelson […]

“As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” – Nelson Mandela As we celebrate Mandela Day and honor the legacy of a man who dared to dream of a different world, I would like to thank all those who stand at the crucible of American history. This past weekend, my […]

“Freedom”: ‘the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint’  EXCLUSIVE: A People’s Govt. Means The People’s Govt.! Nomsa Mazwai Talks Mandela Day! In recognition of beloved elderly South African statesman, Nelson Rolihlahla ‘Madiba’ Mandela’s upcoming 94th birthday, GlobalGrind has put together a short two-part video series documenting how ‘Born […]

How does a person manage a Masters in Economics on a Fulbright Scholarship at Fordham University while simultaneously producing an awarding-winning album?! EXCLUSIVE: A Global Salute To Nelson Mandela Such is the stunning enigma of our featured ‘Born Free’ subject, Nomsa ‘Nomisupasta’ Mazwai, in GlobalGrind’s 2-part video series celebrating South African elderly statesman Nelson Rolihlahla ‘Madiba’ […]

Former E! personality and current ESPN X Games host Sal Masekela, who’s real name is Selema Mabena Masekela, has a lot more to him than meets the eye. Sal Masekela Takes The Journey Of His Life In “Alekesam” Yes, he is an amazing on-air presence and talent, but who knew that he was also a musician, as […]

All of humanity continues to be irreversibly uplifted by the indefatigable leadership and irrepressible spirit of Nelson Mandela.  South Africa, the African National Congress (ANC), as well as all people throughout the world should pause with the greatest of respect while “Madiba” is still alive to express the highest tribute to him for a lifetime […]

South African icon and anti-apartheid hero Nelson Mandela is undergoing surgery for a hernia. STORY: Global Salute To Nelson Mandela: Insight for President Barack Obama According to CNN 93-year old Mandela was rushed to a hospital today on what South Africa’s President claimed were “abdominal pains”. A member of Mandela’s family told reporters that the […]

South African and world hero Nelson Mandela turns 93 today. The festivities got under way weeks ago all over the world, most notably in South Africa where celebrations lasted for about a week with festivals and parties.   In celebration of this momentous day, we thought we’d take a look at the former Robin Island […]

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President Barack Obama appeared on the Daily show with Jon Stewart to discuss his first two years and what he expects of himself in the next two years. Jon Stewart wasn’t holding back when he interviewed Obama on the daily show, like always, Stewart was on point and holding court like many of his guest and the […]

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WASHINGTON (AP) — A Virginia man was arrested Wednesday and charged with trying to help people he believed were al-Qaida operatives planning to bomb subway stations around the nation’s capital, the FBI said. The FBI said the public was never in danger because its agents were aware of the man’s activities before the alleged planning […]