Nelson Mandela

President of South Africa, anti-apartheid activist

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Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, political leader, and philanthropist who served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999. He was the country's first black head of state and the first elected in a fully representative democratic election. His government focused on dismantling the legacy of apartheid by tackling institutionalised racism and fostering racial reconciliation. Ideologically an African nationalist and socialist, he served as President of the African National Congress (ANC) party from 1991 to 1997.

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'Uncle Nelson' my inspiration and guide: Priyanka Gandhi remembers Mandela on birth anniversary On Nelson Mandela 101st birth anniversary, Priyanka shared an old-snap from a family album in which the revolutionist can be seen holding her son as she sits alongside him and smiles.. IndiaTimes - Published 4 days ago
Nelson Mandela International Day 2019: Twitter pays 'humble homage' to 'Madiba' on his 101 birthday Nelson Mandela Day came into existence post a resolution passed by the United Nations which officially declared his birthday which falls on 18 July to be celebrated globally since 2009. Firstpost - Published 4 days ago
Mandela Day 2019: Jailed in 1964 for spearheading anti-apartheid movement, Nelson Mandela became South Africa's first black president The Nelson Mandela International Day also popularly known as Mandela Day is an annual celebration in the honour of Nelson Mandela. The United Nations officially declared his birthday which falls on 18.. Firstpost - Published 4 days ago
Johnny Clegg, South Africa’s 'White Zulu' rocker, dies aged 66 South African rocker Johnny Clegg, whose best-known songs included one dedicated to the imprisoned Nelson Mandela, was beloved at home and abroad for using music as a unifying force in a nation scarred.. France 24 - Published 5 days ago
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