The day I am afraid to do, that is the day I am no longer fit to lead.

Whether you change the linen or stitch up wounds, cook the food or dispense the medicines, it is in your hands to help build a public service worthy of all those who gave their lives for the dream of democracy

There are many people in South Africa who are rich and who can share those riches with those not so fortunate who have not been able to conquer poverty.

Tread softly, Brathe peacefully, Laugh hysterically.

Let freedom reign. The sun never set on so glorious a human achievement.

Fools multiply when wise men are silent.

The names of Dingane and Bambata, Hintsa and Makana, Squngthi and Dalasile, Moshoeshoe and Sekhukhuni, were praised as the glory of the entire African nation. I hoped then that life might offer me the opportunity to serve my people and make my own humble contribution to their freedom struggle.