Mandela Legacy Sites Recognized as UNESCO World Heritage

Several iconic sites in South Africa linked to Nelson Mandela have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These sites, recognized for their significance in the human rights and liberation struggle, include the Union Buildings in Pretoria and Constitution Hill in Johannesburg. This raises South Africa’s World Heritage Sites to 12.

President Cyril Ramaphosa welcomed the listing of iconic South African sites associated with late President Nelson Mandela as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Named 'The Human Rights, Liberation and Reconciliation: Nelson Mandela Legacy Sites' by UNESCO, the 14 sites highlight Mandela's legacy in human rights and liberation struggle. Mandela, South Africa's first democratically elected President, spent 27 years as a political prisoner before ending apartheid rule.

Announced at the 46th UNESCO World Heritage Committee session in New Delhi, the listing celebrates sites like the Union Buildings in Pretoria and Constitution Hill in Johannesburg. It recognizes South Africa's significant role in world heritage, now totaling 12 sites, and calls for coordinated efforts to safeguard these historic treasures.

(With inputs from agencies.)