Celebrating the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela

About Nelson Mandela International Day

Former South African president and civil rights advocate Nelson Mandela dedicated his life to fighting for equality. His entire life stands as a testament to the power of the human spirit.

Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated each year on July 18—Nelson Mandela's birthday. This event honors the idea that every individual has the power to transform the world and encourages people around the globe to help those in need. This year, we’ll be raising awareness and funds for the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s Each 1 Feed 1 Initiative which strives to combat poverty during the COVID-19 Pandemic throughout South Africa and around the world.


About the Challenge

The Nelson Mandela International Day Challenge is a celebration of Nelson Mandela’s life and legacy. Zwifters are encouraged to participate in several 67-minute group rides to raise awareness and funds for the Each 1 Feed 1 campaign.

Is This a Race?

No. This event is a charity ride aimed at spreading awareness and raising funds for the Each 1 Feed 1 Campaign. Nelson Mandela spent 67 years of his life fighting for social justice, so we’ll be riding for 67 minutes as a global community.

Unlock the Kit

Complete any event to unlock the unique Nelson Mandela International Day Challenge Kit.

Ride With Purpose

This challenge encourages the global community to dedicate 67-minutes on Nelson Mandela’s birthday to raise awareness and funds for the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s Each 1 Feed 1 – Nelson Mandela Foundation Initiative—an effort making strides toward combating poverty and hunger throughout South Africa and around the world during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Make a donation today!

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Ride More, Give More

With MoveToGive, Vitality members can use their Discovery Miles to donate to the Each1 Feed1 organization through the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Discovery Miles are earned by achieving exercise, drive or money goals on Vitality Active Rewards. Vitality is proud to partner with the Nelson Mandela Foundation on this exciting event which so aptly resonates with Discovery’s core purpose to make people healthier and enhance and protect their lives. Find out more here.

ABOUT THE NELSON MANDELA FOUNDATION:

The Nelson Mandela Foundation was established in 1999 when its Founder, Mr. Nelson Mandela, stepped down as the President of South Africa. Their mission is to contribute to the making of a just society by mobilizing the legacy of Nelson Mandela, providing public access to information on his life and times, and convening dialogue on critical social issues.