Nelson Mandela - Encyclopedia Britannica Nelson Mandela was a Black nationalist and the first Black president of South Africa (1994–99) A revered anti-apartheid activist, he fought for equality and reconciliation, leaving an enduring legacy of peace and social justice
Nelson Mandela - Wikipedia He was the country's first Black head of state and the first elected in a fully representative democratic election His administration focused on dismantling the legacy of apartheid by fostering racial reconciliation, a national peace accord and eventual multiracial democracy
Nelson Mandela - Quotes, Biography Death | HISTORY The South African activist and former president Nelson Mandela (1918-2013) helped bring an end to apartheid and has been a global advocate for human rights
Biography of Nelson Mandela – Nelson Mandela Foundation Biography of Nelson Mandela Rolihlahla Mandela was born into the Madiba clan in the village of Mvezo, in the Eastern Cape, on 18 July 1918 His mother was Nonqaphi Nosekeni and his father was Nkosi Mphakanyiswa Gadla Mandela, principal counsellor to the Acting King of the Thembu people, Jongintaba Dalindyebo
Nelson Mandela – Biographical - NobelPrize. org During his years in prison, Nelson Mandela’s reputation grew steadily He was widely accepted as the most significant black leader in South Africa and became a potent symbol of resistance as the anti-apartheid movement gathered strength
Nelson Mandela facts - National Geographic Kids Nelson Mandela’s spirit and values are still very much alive to this day, and he will forever be remembered He wrote a book called “ Long Walk to Freedom ”, where people can read about the struggles he faced in his battle against discrimination and fight for equality
Nelson Mandela - Biography In a life that symbolises the triumph of the human spirit, Nelson Mandela accepted the 1993 Nobel Peace Prize (along with FW de Klerk) on behalf of all South Africans who suffered and sacrificed so much to bring peace to our land
Nelson Mandela - Quotes, Spouse Death - Biography Nelson Mandela was the first Black president of South Africa, elected after time in prison for his anti-apartheid work He won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993
Who was Nelson Mandela? - BBC Bitesize Explore the life of Nelson Mandela, from prisoner to president, and how he ended apartheid Find out more with BBC Bitesize KS1 History