There is nothing like a fixed, steady aim, with an honorable purpose. It dignifies your nature, and insures your success.

If we are to accomplish anything in this world, it will in equal measure be due to the work and achievements of others.

It always gives me great pleasure to be surrounded by the beautiful children of our land. Whenever I am with the energetic young people ... I feel like a recharged battery, confident that our country can look forward to great things.

Our march to freedom is irreversible. We must not allow fear to stand in our way.

I say to all those leaders, do not look the other way. Do not hesitate... It is within your power to avoid a genocide of humanity.

We must work together to ensure the equitable distribution of wealth, opportunity and power in our society.

South Africans must recall the terrible past so that we can deal with it, forgiving where forgiveness is necessary but never forgetting.