The Importance Of Being Free In South Africa

6) however, like Gandhi, he encouraged the volunteers not to retaliate. Mandela spent 26 years and 8 months in jail as punishment for his protesting however, he felt that “no sacrifice was too great in the struggle for freedom” (Doc. 9). He spent time in jail with other protesters that all felt that “whatever sentences [they] received, even the death sentence… [their] deaths would not be in vain” (Doc. 9). Freedom for the South African people from apartheid finally came in 1993. To Mandela this was not just the freedom of his people but “the freedom of all people, black and white” (Doc. 12). “South Africa’s New Democracy” rose after years of continuous nonviolence from the populace.

You are walking down the street to your nearby park. You see children playing, teenagers hanging out, and adults dancing and listening to music having a good time. You think that you live in such a wonderful place, until you really sit down and wonder about what freedom really is and do we really have it. “ For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others ”. This quote was said by a man named Nelson Mandela. In today’s world we have been in a society where we have gotten used to a certain lifestyle that we do not realize that in a way we do not live a life of freedom. Freedom is the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance

Nelson Mandela was passionate about human rights because he witnessed the cruel treatment firsthand. In his book, “Long Walk To Freedom,” Mandela states, “When I walked out of prison, that was my mission, to liberate the

If a leader is mindful of their position in society they are less likely to abuse their power. Instead they will have a better understanding of how, as a leader, you are supposed to lead by example and do what is best for the people. This is also called “putting other before yourself”. Nelson Mandela can be seen as an individual that has displayed this trait in many situations. One particular time Nelson Mandela displayed this leadership trait was in February of 1985. While Nelson was halfway through serving his jail sentence of twenty-seven years, President P.W. Botha (the president of South Africa at the time) offered to pardon Mr.Mandela under one condition; Mandela was not to use violence or any type of protest as a political weapon. This was how Mandela responded.“What freedom am I being offered while the organization of the people remains banned? Only free men can negotiate. A prisoner cannot enter into contracts (from the Foreign Policy Journal)”. Through this action, Mandela was trying to say what is the point of being taken out of jail, if the purpose for him being sentenced to prison had not yet been fulfilled? This shows exactly how Nelson Mandela put the people and their needs before his. He would rather stay in jail, cut off from the rest of the world in a realm of isolation, just so the people in Africa could be treated equally. That is true

It also, sheds a light on a part of his achievement and is considered as a call for other nations around the world to pursue their own real freedom. More, there are many individuals that fight for the freedom of their country and one in particular, known as Nelson Mandela, stands out as a freedom fighter. The struggle of the African National Congress Party, in which he belonged, was also a milestone in the history of fighting for the carte balance of all people and not just the power of a particular race or colour. His book was dedicated to his six children, grandchildren, friends and South Africans whom he served and whose courage determination and patriotism remained his source of

“For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others”, said Nelson Mandela. Mandela, a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, politician, and prisoner who served as a president portrays the importance of treating others equally. He is a hero and peacemaker who fought for freedom at the stake of his life. Mandela was a living example to people all over the world. His courage to fight for the oppressed and his forgiveness towards those who spat and tortured him physically, mentally and psychologically is what made him an iconic figure. It is so easy to give advice of forgiveness to the oppressed, but it is extremely hard to follow the same advice for the adviser. But, Mandela forgave his enemies who imprisoned him for twenty years. Besides, he was separated from his family and spend his youth years in prison. A lot was taken from him, but he came out of prison with grace and forgiveness. If so, who were Mandela and his mentors? How did he become that man?

Nelson Mandela was a leader that has been fairly tried and convicted of complicity in many murders. His effort earned him his first suspended conviction under the suppression of communism act. Nelson Mandela, was a leader of the African national congress which was fighting apartheid, was accused of trying to overthrow the government, he was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison. The government freed Mandela after he had spent twenty-seven years in prison and began to negotiation toward black majority rule. Some feared a racial bloodbath when white rule ended, with blacks taking revenge for past injustices.

Nelson Mandela was in prison for a long time, and after truly thinking about people being free, he realized that no one was truly free. He thought that he should make everyone one free. “In those long

Once the ANC came to an end, Mandela decided to join a secret rebellious armed organization; very same to the ANC, at which one point in time he decided to lead. Sadly, this act of civil disobedience landed him in prison. Their hideaway was discovered in the early 60’s and inside the secret hideout implicating documents and equipment designed originally for bomb making was discovered. This led to a long trial for which Nelson Mandela told the court that his beliefs on equality and a free society “is an ideal which I hope to live for and to achieve. But if needs to be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die” (Smolowe 62). He was sentenced to 5 years in prison (Perry 26).

It’s not a topic that my parents like to discuss with me very often, but I think it’s important for them to tell me about their experiences in South Africa. Of course here in the putrid city of Cleveland, it’s not the same, but it’s better than what I know about South Africa. Now that I’m on that topic, I might as well just tell you about it. My parents told me that in South Africa, you were never sure if there would ever be a “tomorrow.” There was always the constant threat of being hurt for your food or belongings. So that’s why they brought me to Cleveland before birth.

Nelson Mandela, South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, political leader, and philanthropist, who served as the first black President of South Africa is an example of someone who was dedicated to their lifetime defending and protecting civic duties for his people. While I think of myself as a leader and historian just like Nelson Mandela I haven’t traversed the scope, depth and and sacrifice of his experience. Mandela is an example of an individual who embodies the theory of social commitment.

Nelson Mandela, the pursuit of freedom let him go out of the tribal sheikhs and take part in the movement for the emancipation of the underground. He had spent much time in the prison of a quarry, finally entered the presidential palace of the richest country in Africa. Nelson Mandela has strong character and he venerated national heroes. He is the eldest son in the family and is designated as the emirate. But he said he would never rule an oppressed tribe as the emirate. He devoted all his life to the national liberation in the name of a warrior. He resolutely goes on the path of the pursuit of national liberation.

Nelson Mandela in his book, Long Walk to Freedom argues through the first five parts that a black individual must deal, coop, and grow through a society that is hindering their lives’ with apartheid and suppression of their rightful land. Rolihlanla Mphakanyiswa or clan name, Madiba was born on July 18, 1918 in a simple village of Mvezo, which was not accustomed to the happenings of South Africa as a whole. His father was an respected man who led a good life, but lost it because of a dispute with the magistrate. While, his mother was a hard-working woman full of daily choirs. His childhood was full of playing games with fellow children and having fun. In school, Mandela was given his English name of Nelson. After his

The current state of South Africa, 20 years post-apartheid, is regarded by many as desegregation achieved. However, in order for this to be completely true, it has to apply on every level. Pettigrew (2008), defined desegregation as the mere physical mixing of groups, and on this level, yes, we can say that the racial mixing of those previously segregated, is desegregation achieved. Yet, there is a distinct line between desegregation and genuine integration between the same people (Pettigrew, 2008).

Bob Marley’s quote, “Better to die fighting for freedom then be a prisoner all the days of your life,” is very similar to the ideas of Martin Luther King Jr. in “Letter from Birmingham Jail,” Scilla Elworthy and her talk on “Fighting with Nonviolence,” and Manal al-Sharif in her talk called “A Saudi Women Who Dared to Drive.” Many people have dealt with oppression, but only waited for someone else to take action. The only way to win freedom is to get up and fight for the rights.