We must nurture tolerance, collective wisdom, and democracy.

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

We should never forget those on whose shoulders we stand and those who paid the supreme price for freedom.

The Children's Hospital will be a credible demonstration of the commitment of African leaders to place the rights of children at the forefront. Nothing less would be enough.

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

It is also the fate of leadership to be misunderstood. It is a grave error for any leader to be oversensitive in the face of criticism, to conduct discussions as if he or she is a schoolmaster talking to less informed and inexperienced learners.

It generally appears outlandish until its carried out.