Nelson Mandela spent 27 years imprisoned, but his letters reveal a man who held on to hope, humor, and an unwavering belief in justice.

Nelson Mandela was born on July 18, 1918, in Mvezo, South Africa, and became one of the most important political and social ...

Today would have been Nelson Mandela's 100th birthday. The South African political leader, who died in 2013, fought against apartheid in South Africa, had a long history of public service, and ...

On Aug. 5, 1962, police arrested South African anti-apartheid activist Nelson Mandela on charges he incited worker strikes and left the country without permission.

Johannesburg, South Africa – Nelson Mandela Day has become the backdrop for a wider debate in South Africa over the values the former president represented, as the country grapples with inequality, ...

Former South African President Nelson Mandela actively protested apartheid for most of his life, and he is known for being one of the world's most famous political prisoners. His anti-apartheid ...

One autumn evening, Nelson Mandela answered a knock at his front door and found himself facing his most dangerous enemy. The man’s name was General Constand Viljoen, and he was dubbed the “ultimate ...