CUT in partnership with the University of Free State, Department of Correctional Services, Shoprite Kitchen Soup, Interstate Bus Company, and Protea Hotel celebrated Mandela month and served their 67 minutes at Joe Solomon Primary School in Heidedal and Nzame Primary School in Rocklands on 24 July 2015.

At both schools, some learners used to sit on the floor because of shortage of chairs and tables. As part of the 67 minutes, stakeholders involved thoroughly cleaned the classrooms and surroundings and proudly donated roll-up carpets, tables, planted trees and shared a hot soup with the learners. Learners also learnt about the legacy of former President, Nelson Mandela and what the 67minutes means. Two of CUT`s exchange students, Ms Sofie Hoorens from Ghent University in Belgium and Ms Carolin Oertle from Aalen University, Germany, were very delighted to share their 67 minutes with the amazing South African learners. Amongst the guests who graced the event was Mr Yase Godlo Manager with his entourage from Nelson Mandela Foundation in Johannesburg and Mr Clive Solomon who was the counsellor of Heidedal from 1979-1994. 

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From left: Mr Leon Bosman, Joe Solomon School Governing Body; Katleho Nyaile, UFS postgraduate student; Mr Quentin Canavan, Joe Solomon Head Master; Ms Jeeva Munsamy, CUT Community Engagement Manager;  Mr Tonny Selinga, UFS postgraduate chairman; Mr Clive Solomon, former ward councillor for Heidedaal; Mr James Jordaan and Mr Werner Britz, both CUT staff members from Facilities department.