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A South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, political leader, and philanthropist who served as the President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999.
A system of institutionalized racial segregation and discrimination that existed in South Africa from 1948 to 1994, enforced by the National Party government.
A maximum-security prison in South Africa where Nelson Mandela and other anti-apartheid activists were imprisoned during the apartheid era.
A famous trial in South Africa in 1963-1964 where Nelson Mandela and other anti-apartheid activists were charged with sabotage and conspiracy to overthrow the government.
An autobiography written by Nelson Mandela, detailing his early life, activism, imprisonment, and eventual presidency.
The oldest political party in South Africa, founded in 1912, which played a key role in the anti-apartheid movement and later became the ruling party.
A tragic event in 1960 where South African police opened fire on a crowd of peaceful protesters, killing 69 people and injuring hundreds, leading to increased international pressure against apartheid.
A series of protests and demonstrations by black students in South Africa in 1976 against the introduction of Afrikaans as the medium of instruction in schools, resulting in violent clashes with the police.
A commission established in South Africa after the end of apartheid to investigate human rights abuses and promote healing and reconciliation.
Nelson Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 for his efforts in dismantling apartheid and promoting peaceful transition to democracy in South Africa.
A term of endearment used by many South Africans to refer to Nelson Mandela, derived from his clan name.
A document adopted in 1955 by the Congress of the People, which called for equal rights and opportunities for all South Africans, regardless of race.
A term coined by Archbishop Desmond Tutu to describe post-apartheid South Africa, emphasizing its diversity and the need for unity and reconciliation.
An annual international day of humanitarian action in honor of Nelson Mandela's birthday, celebrated on July 18th.
Nelson Mandela's birth name in the Xhosa language, which means 'troublemaker' or 'pulling the branch of a tree'.
A youth wing of the African National Congress, established in 1944, which played a crucial role in mobilizing young people against apartheid.
A suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa, where the headquarters of the African National Congress were located and where Nelson Mandela was arrested in 1962.
A Nguni Bantu term meaning 'humanity' or 'humaneness', often used by Nelson Mandela to emphasize the importance of compassion, empathy, and interconnectedness.
A collection of letters written by Nelson Mandela during his imprisonment, providing insights into his thoughts, struggles, and determination.
A political party in South Africa founded in 1975, primarily representing the Zulu community and initially opposing the African National Congress.
Nelson Mandela's inauguration as the first black President of South Africa on May 10, 1994, marking the end of apartheid and the beginning of a new era.
A women's wing of the African National Congress, established in 1948, which played a significant role in the struggle against apartheid.
A non-profit organization founded by Nelson Mandela in 1999 to promote his legacy, support education and rural development, and foster dialogue and social justice.
The highest civilian award in the United States, awarded to Nelson Mandela by President Bill Clinton in 2002 for his leadership and commitment to democracy and human rights.
A charitable organization established by Nelson Mandela in 1995 to improve the well-being of children in South Africa and promote their rights.
A bridge in Johannesburg, South Africa, named in honor of Nelson Mandela, symbolizing the country's transition to democracy and unity.
Nelson Mandela was married three times, with his last wife, Graça Machel, serving as the First Lady of South Africa during his presidency.
A public square in Sandton, Johannesburg, featuring a statue of Nelson Mandela and serving as a popular tourist attraction and shopping destination.
A metropolitan municipality in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, encompassing the city of Port Elizabeth and named in honor of Nelson Mandela.
Nelson Mandela resided in the Mahlamba Ndlopfu official residence in Pretoria during his presidency, also known as the 'Pretoria House'.