To be the father of a nation is a great honor, but to be the father of a family is a greater joy.

No power on this earth can destroy the thirst for human dignity

I am convinced that floods of personal disaster can never drown a determined revolutionary nor can the cumulus of misery that accompanies tragedy suffocate him.

Sometimes strident, often tender, never afraid and seldom without humour, Desmond Tutu's voice will always be the voice of the voiceless.

If you want to preach a revolutionary message, wear a suit.

I admire young people who are concerned with the affairs of their community and nation perhaps because I also became involved in struggle whist I was still at school.

We owe our children – the most vulnerable citizens in any society – a life free from violence and fear.