Mandela8

Mandela8 was established to commemorate the life of Nelson Mandela through the creation of a permanent memorial in Princes Park, Liverpool 8.

[Mandela8 @Mandela800]

on the 5 year anniversary of Nelson Mandela's passing the Mandela family announce their visit to Liverpool next year to commemorate 29 year anniversary of Mandela's release from prison and to mark start of work on site for the Mandela8 memorial. RIP Mandela

[Good News Liverpool @GoodNewsLpool]

The family of Nelson Mandela to visit Liverpool next year @Mandela800 @lpoolcouncil https://t.co/98wS7EHqkV

[Mandela8 @Mandela800]

Last chance for referrals to the next Roots and Wings programme - please ask anyone with someone who they would like to join to use this Referral Form directly:

https://t.co/KWq4UyWozi

#RootsAndWings #Mandela8 #Liverpool

[Mandela8 @Mandela800]

"Toxteth: The Harlem of Europe"

A new photographic exhibition @VictoriaGallery featuring the work of Ean Flanders is set to tell the story of Toxteth’s Black musicians of the 1950s and 1960s, whose influence reached The Beatles and beyond.

MORE: https://t.co/yprPs8h4SU

[Mandela8 @Mandela800]

Mama Afrika
Sat 29th November, 8pm
@liverpoolphil

Mandela8 are delighted to partner with Africa Oyé and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic to bring 'Mama Afrika' to the city - the story of iconic artist and civil rights activist, Miriam Makeba.

Tickets: https://t.co/gzpdWKoKAh

[GTDT @GTDT_Liverpool]

Thanks to everyone who dropped in to the Men's Wellbeing Event at @rvdt_liverpool last Friday. From gardening and poetry to fitness and music, there was something for everyone!

💬"I picked up lots of ideas for new hobbies & keeping fit."
💬"I've taken on the 6 week strength challenge!"

#menshealthmatters #menswellbeing @munby_steve @Mandela800 @SFree_Liverpool @WeAreTorus

[The National Lottery @TNLUK]

🎓 Young people in Toxteth are gaining skills and confidence through @Mandela800 powerful engagement programme, from oral history training to heritage volunteering.

Thanks to £95K of National Lottery funding, this project is shaping futures and sharing important stories ❤️

📸 Credit: John Hollingsworth

#NationalLottery #MandelaDay #ThanksToYou

[Mandela8 @Mandela800]

A huge THANK YOU to the @openmediauk team for supporting Mandela Day and for spreading the word on their fantastic Lord Street screen as their act of kindness.

Be sure to tag Mandela8 in your own acts of kindness this weekend so we can share the love!

#Mandela8AoK

[Mandela8 @Mandela800]

Happy Mandela Day!

Here's a message from our friend Dr Maki Mandela, eldest daughter of Nelson Mandela, to the people of Liverpool.

What act of kindness will you take part in today?

And do join us at 1pm for our Guided Walk!

https://t.co/K1O89H8yRH

#Mandela8AoK

[GTDT @GTDT_Liverpool]

📅Tomorrow!
All men aged 18+ are invited to join us at @rvdt_liverpool to find out about men's activities happening in and around #l8 #toxteth
All welcome .. with free refreshments & pizza.

#MensHealth #menswellbeing
@mu@munby_steve @Mandela800 @MerseyFire
@SFree_Liverpool @WeAreTorus

[Explore Liverpool @ExploreLpool]

❤️ | People in Liverpool are being encouraged to commit an Act of Kindness as Mandela8 and Liverpool BID Company come together for Nelson Mandela International Day.

READ MORE 👉 https://t.co/JNVyoVXUvb

[GTDT @GTDT_Liverpool]

📅This Friday
Looking for something new to do?
Come along THIS Friday & meet local groups who offer activities and support designed for men of all ages. With FREE pizza! 🍕

@RVDT_Liverpool
#MensHealth @munby_steve
@Mandela800
@MerseyFire
@SFree_Liverpool
@WeAreTorus

[GTDT @GTDT_Liverpool]

👊 Men’s Wellbeing Event – Try Something New🌿

Looking for a fresh start or a good reason to get out more?
Come along to a day designed to boost your wellbeing, right here in your community. Meet local groups who offer activities and support designed for men of all ages.

With FREE pizza! 🍕

📍 @RVDT_Liverpool
🕒 Friday 18 July

#MensHealth @munby_steve @Mandela800 @MerseyFire @SFree_Liverpool @WeAreTorus

[Explore Liverpool @ExploreLpool]

🫶 | Liverpool is encouraged to take part in 'acts of kindness' to celebrate Mandela Day this July.

READ MORE 👉 https://t.co/1fmHfBkWlB

[Mandela8 @Mandela800]

Join the Mandela8 team for a special Mandela Day Guided Walk - Tickets are FREE!

The walk will start at 1.00 pm at the Kuumba Imani on Friday 18th July 2025. The walk is a distance of approx 1 mile, and will last approx 1 hour.

BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE: https://t.co/PTN0gk0hLZ

[Mandela8 @Mandela800]

🕊️ ACTS OF KINDNESS 🕊️

Join us in celebrating Mandela Day by doing an act of kindness in or for your local community.

Because by working together we can make change.

With thanks to our partners, Liverpool BID Company.

#MandelaDay #Mandela8 #Liverpool

[Liverpool City Council @lpoolcouncil]

125 years ago, a teenage boy travelled 4,500 miles across the ocean to Liverpool.

His story is legend: a life-saving hero & first black man to have a street named after him.

Now the city's newest mural pays tribute.

He is James Clarke.

➡️ https://t.co/TtMoE1930q

@Mandela800

[Liverpool City Council @lpoolcouncil]

Today we unveiled a powerful new mural in Athol Village, honouring Liverpool hero James Clarke — a man who saved lives, taught hundreds to swim, and helped shape his community.

Read more about James Clarke's story👉: https://t.co/TtMoE1930q
#OurLiverpool

[Mandela8 @Mandela800]

Free Guided Walk - This Sunday!

If you haven't been on one of these brilliant walks yet, be sure to book your free place for this weekend's edition.

'Murals & Memorials - Mandela8'

BOOKING LINK: https://t.co/vPjd3s3rf8

(Photo: Culture City TV)

[Explore Liverpool @ExploreLpool]

❤️ | A hero who saved many locals from drowning in the Mersey and the docks, and taught countless others to swim, has been honoured with a mural in Liverpool.

READ MORE 👉 https://t.co/4x8dyvRm91

[Liverpool City Council @lpoolcouncil]

🚧 Update: Catherine Street cycle lane upgrade has completed and road access is now fully open.

🚦 Traffic signal work on Thu, 20 Feb will see a new pedestrian crossing introduced.

🙏 Thank you for your patience throughout this scheme.

#RoadSafety #ActiveTravel

[Mandela8 @Mandela800]

FREE GUIDED WALK!

Murals & Memorials
Sun March 2nd, 1pm

MEET AT THE RIALTO, 88 UPPER PARLIAMENT STREET, L8 7SY

Explore L8s' murals and memorials - the history, activism and cultural experiences of our Black community.

BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE: https://t.co/hmoJ1Ny4hY