Sometimes, I feel like one who is on the sidelines, who has missed life itself.

Even behind prison walls I can see the heavy clouds and the blue sky over the horizon

The titanic effort that has brought liberation to South Africa, and ensured the total liberation of Africa, constitutes an act of redemption for the black people of the world.

No child in Africa, and in fact anywhere in the world, should be denied education.

Those who conduct themselves with morality, integrity and consistency need not fear the forces of inhumanity and cruelty.

I hate race discrimination most intensely and in all its manifestations. I have fought it all during my life; I fight it now, and will do so until the end of my days.

If you are poor, you are not likely to live long.