Prison itself is a tremendous education in the need for patience and perseverance. It is above all a test of one's commitment.

Sport can create hope, where once there was only despair

When the history of our times is written, will we be remembered as the generation that turned our backs in a moment of global crisis or will it be recorded that we did the right thing?

Our experience has taught us that with goodwill a negotiated solution can be found for even the most profound problems.

Together as a nation, we have the obligation to put sunshine into the hearts of our little ones. They are our precious possessions. They deserve what happiness life can offer.

A critical, independent and investigative press is the lifeblood of any democracy. The press must be free from state interference. It must have the economic strength to stand up to the blandishments of government officials. It must have sufficient independence from vested interests to be bold and inquiring without fear or favour. It must enjoy the protection of the constitution, so that it can protect our rights as citizens.

The best weapon is to sit down and talk.