October 24th 2023.
When billionaire Warren Buffett offered South African anti-apartheid hero Desmond Tutu a car in 2008, Tutu could have chosen practically any vehicle in the world. Despite the luxury BMWs and Mercedes Benz favored by government ministers, Tutu opted for a humble Toyota Corolla with manual transmission. Instead of keeping the cash left over from the generous offer, the Archbishop gifted it to the poor.
In honor of Desmond Tutu's 92nd birthday, which he would have celebrated on Saturday, the Desmond Tutu Intellectual Property Trust has put his old Corolla on display, along with his books and possessions. According to Trust chairperson Mamphela Ramphele, the exhibit aims to remind visitors of Tutu's values, and that we should not be tempted by opulence but instead be sensitive to those less fortunate than us.
Desmond Mpilo Tutu was an influential figure in South African history. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1984 for his non-violent opposition to white minority rule, he was described by former president Nelson Mandela as the “voice of the voiceless”. Tutu worked tirelessly to create a “Rainbow Nation” in which all races in post-apartheid South Africa could live in harmony. Sadly, he passed away in 2021.
The exhibit of Desmond Tutu's car serves as a reminder of his legacy, and the impact of his work in South Africa. It is a powerful symbol of his commitment to justice and equality, and an example of how we can all contribute to a better world.
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