Nelson Mandela was the pioneer of a peaceful transition from apartheid to democracy during his presidency. As the leader of the African National Congress (ANC), he had the huge responsibility of ensuring that racial tensions did not lead to a civil war in South Africa.
He and other prominent South African leaders ensured that peace talks continued between the National Party and the ANC. Pictured is here is Mandela and Cyril Ramaphosa leaving a peace summit focused on reviving negotiations amidst spurts of violence in the country.
During those years, a young Cyril Ramaphosa had a close relationship with Madiba and has been a notable figure in the ANC since then. He started off as a trade unionist, later became a wealthy businessman and eventually became the president of South Africa in February 2018.
"When the water starts boiling it is foolish to turn off the heat." ~ Nelson Mandela
An emotional Brenda Fassie, South African pop diva, embraces Mandela....
Nelson Mandela returned to his home in Soweto after his release from prison in 1990. Nelson grew up in No. 8115 Vilakazi Street and has sinc...
In 1991, Nelson Mandela received an Honorary Doctorate at the University of Witwatersrand in Johannesburg for his commitment to the country ...
Mandela and other activists had an array of supporters that came to the court each time defendants were summoned. Pictured is a young Madiba...