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There is only one topic around the world today. Nelson Mandela died last night, Thursday 5 December. Everyone will have their own thoughts own memories. Mine will be of his release, of shaking his huge hands over a fence at the Wanderers cricket ground and how a country that was meant to go up in flames didn’t, largely because of him. The world media came to South Africa in 1994 for a blood bath and civil war and neither transpired. He had a wonderfully long life, and an incredible one and one can only think how all of futures would have been different if he was not the leader he was at that crucial time in our history. If he had been an ordinary politician like the ones we have now instead of an extraordinary great man.
Posted by Michael de Broglio on Friday 06-Dec-13
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Cindy said:
on Monday 09-Dec-13 03:52 PM
This was a sad day for so many people. He touched so many peoples lives in so many ways! He was a great icon to young people. I wish I could have met him in person. He will be missed.
Sarah said:
on Monday 09-Dec-13 12:53 PM
Rest in peace Madiba.
Lee-Ann said:
on Monday 09-Dec-13 09:06 AM
His strength and courage will remain a constant source of inspiration to me and to many. Rest in peace Madiba.
Melissa said:
on Monday 09-Dec-13 09:00 AM
It is amazing to see how one Man affected the whole world and not only South Africa... He will be missed by all over...
Lourien said:
on Monday 09-Dec-13 08:58 AM
A great Man, who stood for what he believed in...
Alexis said:
on Monday 09-Dec-13 08:34 AM
A great man whom will be sorely missed. He did great things for this country and i hope that his wish carries on and is remembered for what he stood for.
Joyce said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 04:56 PM
Rest in peace "Baba" Madiba.
Thembi said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 04:56 PM
Its a sad for the nation .Mandela was an icon and he will be greatly missed by all. May his soul RIP
said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 03:48 PM
He is in a better place now but I say thanks to the farther of our nation that he had hopes and dreams and not only did he live them out but he conquered so much more. He will be remembered from all over the world. He was a great man - even a legend that South Africa and the world has lost and will maybe never see the likes of again. One of his many inspiring quotes - "It always seems impossible until its done
' R.I.P Madiba
Henrietta said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 03:36 PM
R.I.P Mandela. He will be remember for all he did to this country, he was a good man. My condolences to the family.
Helen said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 02:03 PM
Remember myself in University when we were doing articles about economy foreign countries I have picked up the article about South African Economy. I supposed to do the essay for about 20 min. And opening that time Russian books from 1997 and 2000 was amazing how much was written about Mandela and how much he did for South Africa. Great MAN will leave in so many hearts all over the world. R.I.P Madiba and all my condolences to the family
Catherine said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 01:50 PM
I remember in 1990 when Mandela was being released from prison,many a family in Kenyan who were privileged to own tv sets, were glued on them and the majority were beside their radios listening to the speech. This is how an icon Nelson Mandela is to the world. R.I.P Tata Madiba.
salomie said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 01:33 PM
may he rest in peace and his family be comforted in this very sad time in their lives
Yolandi P said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 01:30 PM
Many condolences to Madiba's family. The world has said goodbye to a peace-loving individual who's life mission was to make us see past the colour of our skin. You will be missed. may you rest in peace.
Yolandi C said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:53 PM
What a sad day for us all. The father of our nation has closed his eyes so that the rest of the world may open theirs.
Sorea said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:51 PM
"No one is born hating another person because of the colour of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite." - Nelson Mandela
And this is what he managed to teach a nation consisting of many races and cultures. I hope that his message will live on.
Angelique said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:41 PM
R.I.P to the father of our nation! He can finally rest in peace and not suffer. I knew he was an icon but today I really saw it, the news, the social media - he was loved and known by the world! He fought for our freedom and I am extremely proud to have lived through this era. Everyone is mourning and celebrating at the same time. I've never seen so many sad people in a long time. He touched the world! Thank you Tata Madiba.
Sinead said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:35 PM
The Father of the Nation closed his eyes so that the rest of the world can open theirs... Rest in Love and Peace Mr Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela!
We are living in Historical times because of him! He will be sorely missed all over the world... I wish there could be more people like him in the world.
Let's celebrate his life! Viva Madiba!
Thabitha said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:33 PM
These are his words"No one is born hating another person because of the colour of his ckin, or his background or his religion. People learn to hate, and if they can hate, they can be taught to love for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite"
We thank you Madiba R.I.P
Sheena said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:24 PM
ONE MAN TOUCHED SO MANY LIVES!! enough said... RIP MADIBA
said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:16 PM
"We must use time wisely and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right." - the great Nelson Mandela
Zelda said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:12 PM
Nelson Mandela was an ordinary man who made an extraordinary impact on many South African's lives...May he rest in peace & may the people remember all the peace and love that Madiba brought into our lives...
Iola said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:10 PM
Its amazing how one man could change the lives of so many people, there are so many people around the world mourning the loss of this great man ,he was truly a spectacular leader, he will be greatly missed by all South Africans even the 'born frees'
Nicolle said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:10 PM
"As we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same." - Nelson Mandela
Rest in peace Father of a Nation, President of the World.
Lizanne said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:09 PM
I got goosebumps when i heard on the radio this morning. What a legend and a true Hero he was and just to think of all the good things he did for the world and it's people. Rest in Peace Mr Mandela.
Lucretia said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:08 PM
702 has been airing tributes to Madiba and interviewing people who have met him over the years. His presence can be felt through the voices of the people calling in. He was truly a man who one could only but love, admire and respect. R.I.P. Tata Madiba. You were truly the father of our nation.
Dune said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:06 PM
May Madiba rest in peace after a long struggle, and may the family be blessed during this difficult time.
Cornelie said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:05 PM
R.I.P Madiba and all my condolences to the family
Bianca said:
on Friday 06-Dec-13 12:04 PM
This morning there was a sadness that filled the Johannesburg streets. A sad day but a great life to be celebrated. Madiba may be gone but his legacy will live forever in each and every south african who remembers where our country came from.
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