Do not judge me by my success, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again.

When those in power deny you of freedom the only path to freedom is power

I have retired, but if there's anything that would kill me it is to wake up in the morning not knowing what to do.

May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears.

Honour belongs to those who never forsake the truth even when things seem dark and grim, who try over and over again, who are never discouraged by insults, humiliation and even defeat.

There are leaders who know that however furious the debate, there are good men and women in all population groups - amongst blacks, amongst whites, and amongst Afrikaans and English speaking people.

We tried in our simple way to lead our life in a manner that may make a difference to those of others.