The world is truly round and seems to start and end with those we love.

Home is home even for those who aspire to serve wider interests and who have established their home of choice in distant regions.

We recall the joy and excitement of a nation that had found itself, the collective relief that we had stepped out of our restrictive past, and the expectant air of walking into a brighter future.

No problem is so deep that it cannot be overcome, given the will of all parties, through discussion and negotiation rather than force and violence.

There will be life after Mandela. On my last day I want to know that those who remain behind will say: 'The man who lies here has done his duty for his country and his people.'

Our experience has taught us that with goodwill a negotiated solution can be found for even the most profound problems.

I do not think that I was brought up in a unique society with unique features about giving.