[1] Sandton City, the largest retail complex in Africa, lies behind the statue.

[2] The location of the statue has been criticized due to Sandton Square's perception as a "symbol of commercial and social elitism".

[3] The statue was erected in conjunction with the 10th anniversary of South Africa's first democratic elections.

[3] A box for donations for the Nelson Mandela Foundation was placed beside the statue.

The dancing stance pays tribute to the spirit of joy and celebration inherent in the people of South Africa – this is the Madiba jive".