Overcoming poverty is not a gesture of charity. It is an act of justice. It is the protection of a fundamental human right, the right to dignity and a decent life . . .

The UN took a strong stand against apartheid; and over the years, an international consensus was built, which helped to bring an end to this iniquitous system. But we know too well that our freedom is incomplete without the freedom of the Palestinians...

Other people have qualities that may be better than your own. Let them express them.

There is no easy walk to freedom anywhere, and many of us will have to pass through the valley of the shadow of death again and again before we reach the mountaintop of our desires.

The victory of democracy in South Africa is the common achievement of all humanity.

It never hurts to think too highly of a person; often they become ennobled and act better because of it.

It is music and dancing that make me at peace with the world.