We don't have to be victims of our past, that we can let go of our bitterness, and that all of us can achieve greatness.

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

We slaughter one another in our words and attitudes. We slaughter one another in the stereotypes and mistrust that linger in our heads, and the words of hate we spew from our lips.

The brave man is not the one who has no fears, he is the one who triumphs over his fears.

Freedom is meaningless if people cannot put food in their stomachs, if they can have no shelter, if illiteracy and disease continue to dog them.

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 there are dreams about a beautiful South Africa, there are also roads that lead to their goal. Two of these roads could be named Goodness and Forgiveness.