I started to make a study of the art of war and revolution and, whilst abroad, underwent a course in military training. If there was to be guerrilla warfare, I wanted to be able to stand and fight with my people and to share the hazards of war with them – Nelson Mandela

Our single most important challenge is therefore to help establish a social order in which the freedom of the individual will truly mean the freedom of the individual – Nelson Mandela

There are many people who feel that it is useless and futile to continue talking about peace and non-violence against a government whose only reply is savage attacks on an unarmed and defenceless people – Nelson Mandela

Real leaders must be ready to sacrifice all for the freedom of their people – Nelson Mandela

Social equality is the only basis of human happiness – 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

Without democracy there cannot be peace – Nelson Mandela

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

When a man has done what he considers to be his duty to his people and his country, he can rest in peace – Nelson Mandela