Since the dawn of history, mankind has honoured and respected brave and honest people.

We have introduced a rule of law into many sections of our public life.

The power of imagination created the illusion that my vision went much farther than the naked eye could actually see.

Why is it that in this courtroom I face a white magistrate, am confronted by a white prosecutor and escorted into the dock by a white orderly? Can anyone honestly and seriously suggest that in this type of atmosphere the scales of justice are evenly balanced?

I understand that the legal position is under review in South Africa and that there will soon be a broader set of organizations to which donors can give and claim tax deductions.

If you look at those matters, you will come to the conclusion that the attitude of the United States of America is a threat to world peace.

Courageous people do not fear forgiving, for the sake of peace.