Song marks Mandela's 93rd birthday

Millions of South African schoolchildren sang to celebrate Nelson Mandela’s 93rd birthday today, leading a worldwide chorus of wishes sent to the anti-apartheid icon.

Song marks Mandela's 93rd birthday
Mon, 18 Jul, 2011 - 15:55

Millions of South African schoolchildren sang to celebrate Nelson Mandela’s 93rd birthday today, leading a worldwide chorus of wishes sent to the anti-apartheid icon.

More than 12 million students sang a special version of Happy Birthday before their lessons began.

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