London event marking the South African leader’s role in the Make Poverty History campaign called for ‘more hope and political drive’ to continue the fight Nelson Mandela’s face once again lit up Trafalgar Square this week, projected on to Nelson’s column while the sound of his voice echoed out, calling for a “great generation” to end poverty – 20 years after he delivered that impassioned call to an audience of 22,000.It was a message that resonated with the public, who began wearing white “Make Poverty History” wristbands, hit the front pages of newspapers and helped spur governments into expanding anti-poverty campaigns and agreeing to offer $50bn debt relief to Africa. Continue reading…
