Nelson Mandela’s Speech on His Release from Prison

Author:
Nelson Mandela
Publisher:
African National Congress
Publication Date:
11 February 1990
Tags:
South Africa, Human Rights, Conflict, Peace and Security, Environment

On February 11 1990, Nelson Mandela, after more than a quarter century behind bars, walked through the gates of Victor Verster Prison. Afterwards, he addressed the nation before a huge rally in Cape Town. The speech was broadcast live around the world. He was inaugurated president of South Africa in Pretoria on May 10, 1994.

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