Over 1 000 parents, caregivers and children gathered for a family day event in Ceza, Ulundi in KwaZulu-Natal to celebrate Nelson Mandela Day on Monday.
Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi opened the event and emphasised the power of education. Hosted by early learning non-profit SmartStart, with support from implementing partners, Little Elephant Training Centre for Early Education (LETCEE) and Training and Resources in Early Education (TREE), the event highlighted the importance of early learning for children aged three to five years old.
“Nelson Mandela said that education is the great engine of personal development – and this starts at a young age. Making sure that every single child in…