I want to sleep for eternity with a broad smile on my face. I want those who remain behind to say this man has done his duty.

Let us remind ourselves that it is ordinary people - men and women, boys and girls - that make the world a special place

Resentment is like drinking poison and then hoping it will kill your enemies.

It is not our diversity which divides us; it is not our ethnicity, or religion or culture that divides us. Since we have achieved our freedom, there can only be one division amongst us: between those who cherish democracy and those who do not.

Only armchair politicians are immune from committing mistakes. Errors are inherent in political action.

A critical, independent and investigative press is the lifeblood of any democracy. The press must be free from state interference. It must have the economic strength to stand up to the blandishments of government officials. It must have sufficient independence from vested interests to be bold and inquiring without fear or favour. It must enjoy the protection of the constitution, so that it can protect our rights as citizens.

The world remains beset by so much human suffering, poverty and deprivation. It is in your hands to make of our world a better one for all, especially the poor, vulnerable and marginalised.