There is nothing to popularize a person. Only humility, which is the ability to remain in the background and to put others in the front light.

I never think of the time I have lost. I just carry out a programme because it's there. It's mapped out for me.

What we did was to try and exploit that spirit [the idea of giving], which was there even before I approached individual South Africans [to give to the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund]. I think we must start from that angle.

Negotiation and discussion are the greatest weapons we have for promoting peace and development.

I am influenced more than ever before by the conviction that social equality is the only basis of human happiness.

A bright future beckons. The onus is on us, through hard work, honesty and integrity, to reach for the stars.

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