Sometimes it falls upon a generation to be great. You can be that great generation. Let your greatness blossom. Of course the task will not be easy. But not to do this would be a crime against humanity, against which I ask all humanity now to rise up.

Nothing is black or white.

South Africa is the most beautiful place on earth. Admittedly, I am biased but when you combine the natural beauty... and the fact that the region is a haven for Africa's most splendid wildlife... Then I think that we have been blessed with a truly wonderful land.

We tried in our simple way to lead our life in a manner that may make a difference to those of others.

It is in your hands to create a better world for all who live in it.

The greatest single challenge facing our globalised world is to combat and eradicate its disparities.

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.