Any man or institution that tries to rob me of my dignity will lose – Nelson Mandela

A good leader can engage in a debate frankly and thoroughly, knowing that at the end he and the other side must be closer, and thus emerge stronger. You don’t have that idea when you are arrogant, superficial, and uninformed – Nelson Mandela

We are fighting for a society where people will cease thinking in terms of colour

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

When the water starts boiling it is foolish to turn off the heat – Nelson Mandela

Unlike some politicians, I can admit to a mistake – Nelson Mandela