There can be no keener revelation of a society's soul than the way in which it treats its children.

What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.

When the water starts boiling it is foolish to turn off the heat.

There are leaders who know that however furious the debate, there are good men and women in all population groups - amongst blacks, amongst whites, and amongst Afrikaans and English speaking people.

Let us not be tempted by those who try to find the unique qualities in a particular group. In this case, among South Africa indigenous people, it reflected what has been evidenced throughout the world.

A free press is one of the pillars of democracy.

It is music and dancing that make me at peace with the world.