Nelson Mandela
A symbol of peace, resilience, and freedom
Nelson Mandela in 1994 after becoming South Africa's first Black president.
About His Life
Nelson Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, political leader, and philanthropist. He served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999 and was the country's first Black head of state.
Achievements
- Led the fight against apartheid
- Spent 27 years in prison for justice
- Won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993
- Became South Africa's first democratically elected president
Learn more about him on Wikipedia .