(ASSOCIATED PRESS) Students from left: Dominic Stevenson, 7, LeauJanae Grant., 12 and
Jamajia Prince 12, study at the Mandela Children's Learning Village, a
35-year-old school in Compton, Calif., on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013. Their
motto "It takes a village to raise a child," an African proverb. The
name of former South African president Nelson Mandela can be seen on
hundreds of streets, buildings and other community facilities, from
Africa to Asia and Europe to the Americas, highlighting the global
influence of 'Madiba.'
Nelson Mandela became a hero around the world, as shown by the number of
streets, schools, bridges and restaurants named for the South African
leader. Here's a look at how Mandela has been honored in cities
including London, Paris, New York, New Delhi, Montreal and Oakland.
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