I was neglected by my family because I had disappointed them - I'd run away from being forced into an arranged marriage, which was a big blow to them.

[Giving] is the essence of the great religions of the world - whether you are discussing the Muslim, Hindu, Jewish or Christian religion. It is an essential fundamental principle of all religions, whatever stage of development a society has reached, to sympathize with others and to promote that spirit of equality.

Our society needs to re-establish a culture of caring.

From the poorest of countries to the richest of nations, education is the key to moving forward in any society.

The histories of our two peoples, Palestinian and South African, correspond in such painful and poignant ways, that I intensely feel myself being at home amongst compatriots

The importance of a high moral code, which is at the foundation of the Scout movement, cannot be stressed too highly.

Children are the most important asset in a country. For them to become that asset, they must receive education and love from their parents.