Children picket in memory of Nelson Mandela

The picket formed part of the Nelson Mandela Children's Annual Celebration ahead of Mandela Day next week. 

Teenagers who spoke to Jacaranda FM News said South Africans need to take a united stand against abuse and violence. 

The Chief Executive Officer at the Nelson Mandela Fund, Sibongile Mkhabela, said Mandela spent a lot of his time trying to ensure a better life for the country's children. 

"He devoted his time to children's causes. So it hurts that today our children are hurting as much as they are.

"Today is a celebration that is mixed with a bit of sadness and bitterness as how we have done as South Africa when it comes to our children," said Mkhabela.