Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela
Nelson Rolihlahla Mandelawas a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, politician, and philanthropist, who served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999. He was the country's first black chief executive, and the first elected in a fully representative democratic election. His government focused on dismantling the legacy of apartheid through tackling institutionalised racism and fostering racial reconciliation. Politically an African nationalist and democratic socialist, he served as President of the African National Congressparty from 1991 to 1997...
NationalitySouth African
ProfessionWorld Leader
Date of Birth18 July 1918
CityMvezo, South Africa
Nonviolence is a good policy when the conditions permit.
I want to sleep for eternity with a broad smile on my face. I want those who remain behind to say this man has done his duty.
A good head and good heart are always a formidable combination. But when you add to that a literate tongue or pen, then you have something very special.
When we can sit in the face of insanity or dislikes and be free from the need to make it different, then we are free.
South Africa is the most beautiful place on earth. Admittedly, I am biased but when you combine the natural beauty... and the fact that the region is a haven for Africa's most splendid wildlife... Then I think that we have been blessed with a truly wonderful land.
It is time for the next generations to continue our struggle against social injustice and for the rights of humanity. It is in your hands.
When I walked out of the gate I knew that if I continued to hate these people I was still in prison.
Know your enemy — and learn about his favorite sport.
History will judge us by the difference we make in the everyday lives of children.
If you want to change the world, help the women.
Be a life long student, read as many books as possible.
Thinking too well of people often allows them to be better than they otherwise would.
Sport has the power to change the world...to inspire...to unite people.
Politics can be strengthened by music, but music has a potency that defies politics.