Intervention only works when the people concerned seem to be keen for peace – Nelson Mandela

To deny people their human rights is to challenge their very humanity – Nelson Mandela

There is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living – Nelson Mandela

It is wise to persuade people to do things and make them think it was their own idea – Nelson Mandela

Let there be work, bread, water and salt for all – Nelson Mandela

Great anger and violence can never build a nation. We are striving to proceed in a manner and towards a result, which will ensure that all our people, both black and white, emerge as victors – Nelson Mandela