House Chair, I move without notice: That the House -
1) notes that on Thursday, 18 July 2013, people around the world celebrated the birthday of former President Mandela by devoting 67 minutes of their time helping others;
2) further notes that this day was officially declared International Mandela Day by the United Nations in recognition of his enormous contribution to the creation of a just society;
3) acknowledges that on this day people all over the world volunteer 67 minutes of their time by participating in charitable causes or serving the local community in honour of the world icon's selfless contribution to humanity;
4) recalls that on this day Mandela celebrated his 95th birthday at the Pretoria Medi-Clinic Heart Hospital, where he has been receiving treatment for a recurring lung infection, surrounded by his close family; and
5) calls upon all citizens to contribute and participate in charitable acts, not only on this day but throughout the year.