The victory of democracy in South Africa is the common achievement of all humanity.

We can change the world and make it a better place. It is in your hands to make a difference.

The freedom we enjoy is a richly textured gift handcrafted by ordinary folk

Success in politics demands that you must take your people into confidence about your views and state them very clearly, very politely, very calmly, but nevertheless, state them openly.

Children are the most important asset in a country. For them to become that asset, they must receive education and love from their parents.

No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.

No problem is so deep that it cannot be overcome, given the will of all parties, through discussion and negotiation rather than force and violence.