A special concert in New York’s Madison Square Garden is planned for July 18th, to commemorate the 91st birthday of Nelson Mandela.

Stevie Wonder, Alicia Keys, Queen Latifah and Aretha Franklin will be among the stellar lineup of performers. The Mandela Day event will also include sets from Wyclef Jean, Dave Stewart, Cyndi Lauper, Angelique Kidjo, Baaba Maal, Jesse McCartney and more.

Proceeds will benefit 46664, a part of Mandela’s foundation named after his prison number.

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