his emergence as a global icon or cracking a joke about his career, Nelson Mandela's words often have a resonance far beyond their original context. Here are a few of his memorable quotes.

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In 1962, Mandela went to jail for almost 30 years. There were protests against Apartheid and calls for his release around the world. In 1990, Nelson Mandela was set free. "Today the majority of ...

(CNN) — Here is a look at the life of Nelson Mandela, Nobel Peace Prize winner and former president of South Africa. Marriages: Graca Machel (July 18, 1998-December 5, 2013, his death ...

In the winter of 1964, Nelson Mandela arrived on Robben Island where ... including visits from his wife, family and colleagues. He recounts some of this, as well as anecdotes about Mandela'a ...

that anti-apartheid activist Nelson Mandela died in prison in the 1980s. In fact, following his release from prison, Mandela became the president of South Africa and lived until 2013. The Mandela ...

and at the Holy Family Basilica) and his worldwide famous Mandela painting begin?At exactly 4:14 pm (South African time) on February 11, 1990, Nelson Madiba Mandela, the country’s once most ...

The award was conferred on Mr Badejo, also a professor, in recognition of his lifelong dedication to African studies and service to the African people.