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    I am Nelson Mandela but everybody call me Madiba and I am a leader of South Africa. South Africa is not a normal country when the nation remains s racially and economically divided after the end of apartheid. One country but two societies such as Black and White. As a Black leader, I do not have a support from White community. “He can win the election but can he run the country?” – Ruin the country when apartheid still appears as well as not let South Africa appears to be “on the verge of a civil

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    prior to 1994. The people of South Africa needed a hero to end the apartheid injustice. Nelson Mandela was that hero. His ambition and tenacity brought equity and peace to all who dwell in South Africa. He was a miraculous defender of freedom as he fought for the rights of his fellowmen. While young, he gave up becoming his tribe’s chief so he could help his people as a lawyer. Mandela exemplified his dedication when he joined the ANC (African National Congress), became a leader

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    Nelson Mandela once stated “there is no easy walk to freedom anywhere, and many of us will have to pass through the valley of the shadow of death again and again before we reach the mountain tops of our desires.” This powerful quote was a summary of his life. Nelson was a liberating activist in South Africa. His purpose as a leader was to end apartheid and advocate for human rights. On the journey to his purpose, Nelson loved, lived and lost. Nelson fulfilled his duty as a vocation leader but at

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    leaders/activists have left an impactful effect on not just our lives, but the worlds. But certain leaders, out of millions, have touched us effectively. Leaving us with a strive and determination to change the world we live in today. For Instance, Nelson Mandela a man full of courage, fought endlessly until he saw freedom rights for all. Additionally, Gandhi was disgusted by the unequal treatment to certain races, so he decided to stand up for an equal life, for all. Last but certainly not least, Morgan

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    Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was born on the 18th of July 1918 in a small village of Mvezo, in Mtata and grew up in Qunu and that is where he went to school and was given his "Christian" name "Nelson'' by his teacher. He then attended Fort Hare University but was expelled for Political Activism in 1940 and in 1943 he enrolled for an LLB at Wits University. He went on to join the ANC in 1944, him and his friends/ fellow comrades formed the ANCYL with the hope of strengthening the movement against Apartheid

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    Tarik Burlingham Mr. Wilson Humanities 4/5 April 24, 2018 Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela (Madiba) There have been few leaders in this world who are as universally admired and respected as Nelson Mandela. He was determined, courageous, persevering, and forgiving. He changed the course of history for South African people by opposing apartheid - with his efforts resulting in the end of apartheid. He was the first democratically elected black president of South Africa. He was an inspiration not only to South

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    Throughout history, mankind has struggled with following rules. Was Lancelot right to love Guinevere despite her marriage to King Arthur? Is it rational to break rules? Nelson Mandela, the so-called hero that saves South Africa from the apartheid, broke the law and was accused of treason against his country. However, he was justified in breaking the law and sabotaging the government because the apartheid system was brutally racist, peaceful rallies were not producing results, and because it improved

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    what makes them great. Nelson Mandela inherited both of these traits and was very important for many reasons. Nelson Mandela said that “It always seems impossible until its done.” Nelson Mandela was an important and left a legacy throughout his life. Nelson Mandela was a great leader for his country, symbolized for all of Africa a commitment to democracy and freedom, and was a man with an ever radiant smile and immense and had dignity from his achievements. Nelson Mandela was well known, was a symbol

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    Haseeb Sial Ms. Poll Global Studies Honors December 11, 2017 Nelson Mandela     Nelson Mandela was a great leader of South Africa. Nelson Rolihlahla  Mandela was born in South Africa on July 18, 1918. He was an anti-apartheid revolutionary, political leader, and philanthropist, who was the first black and democratically elected President. Before Mandela was elected president, South Africa was a country with a white supremacist government, ruled by apartheid. There were racial tensions between whites

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    few words to describe one of our world’s most iconic people, Nelson Mandela. He fought for freedom and against racial discrimination in his country of South Africa. Not only did Nelson Mandela change the world, he also inspired people to change the world too. He was just an average boy living in a small town in South Africa who became one of the world’s most iconic figures. Through challenges and hard times, he got through and today, Nelson Mandela’s story inspires people around the world to do something

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