The 46664 initiative, named after Madiba’s prison number, is an independent, non-profit entity based in South Africa and wholly owned by the Nelson Mandela Foundation, which focuses on raising awareness about HIV and AIDS and supporting the fight against the global pandemic.
Previous 46664 concerts have taken place in Cape Town and George in South Africa, and in Spain and Norway, while Mr Mandela recently announced his 90th birthday that a 46664 Concert would be held in London on 27 June 2008. – Staff reporter