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Bookmark or Share- Nelson Mandela - WikipediaNelson Rolihlahla Mandela (/ mænˈdɛlə / man-DEL-ə, [1] Xhosa: [xolíɬaɬa mandɛ̂ːla]; born Rolihlahla Mandela; 18 July 1918 – 5 December 2013) was a South African anti-apartheid activist and politician who served as the first president of South Africa from 1994 to 1999.
- Nelson Mandela | Death, Facts, Biography, & Apartheid | BritannicaNelson 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 ‑ Quotes, Biography & Death | HISTORYThe South African activist and former president Nelson Mandela (1918‑2013) helped bring an end to apartheid and was an advocate for human rights around the globe.
- The Nelson Mandela Presidency - 1994 to 1999 - South African History OnlineOn 10 May 1994, Nelson Mandela, at the age of 77, was inaugurated as South Africa’s first black president and F W de Klerk became Mandela’s first deputy. Although the ANC gained a majority vote, they formed the Government of National Unity (GNU), headed by Mandela.
- Biography of Nelson MandelaMandela immersed himself in official talks to end white minority rule and in 1991 was elected ANC President to replace his ailing friend, Oliver Tambo. In 1993 he and President FW de Klerk jointly won the Nobel Peace Prize and on 27 April 1994 he voted for the first time in his life.
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