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Nelson Mandela school year book 2013/2014:Nelson Mandela school on Berli" It always seems impossible until its done"

Nelson Mandela yearbook first published for the 13th year of the schools existance. The school has partnership with the Mvezo school of science and technology in the Mvezo. Mvezo Nelson Mandela.s birthplace and the school was built with Nelson Mandela sharing his dream that Mvezo needs to have a secondary to encourage the children in the area to study beyond grade 7 within the Mvezo area.

Presidential Address at the Annual Conference of the African National Congress Youth League

  • ZA COM MR-S-001
  • Item
  • December 1951
  • Part of Speeches

Occasion - Annual conference of the African National Congress Youth League
Summary - This address outlines the main threats in the world (imperialism, capitalism), in Africa (colonialism), and in South Africa (fascism). African Nationalism is seen as the response to these threats and the Youth League is seen as the guardian of this ideology. The Youth League should not continue to debate African Nationalism as an ideology but rather focus on how to mobilise the masses in a national struggle, how to respond to the Suppression of Communism Act and how to organise and discipline its members.

We Defy : 10,000 volunteers protest against 'unjust laws'

  • ZA COM MR-S-005
  • Item
  • Aug-52
  • Part of Speeches

Occasion -Statement of the Campaign's aims
Summary - This statement focuses on the support by masses of volunteers from all races for the first stages of the Defiance of Unjust Laws Campaign. It also reiterates the main aims of the Campaign: to oppose an unjust system and struggle for freedom for non-Europeans.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

Africa, colonialism and war

  • ZA COM MR-S-002
  • Item
  • 1953-08-23
  • Part of Speeches

Occasion - Natal Peace Conference
Summary - Imperial powers exploit Africa for its raw materials, its strategic value as military bases and its cheap labour. Africa is used as an instrument of war and the first casualties are its people. There is a link between the struggle for peace and the struggle against colonialism in Africa.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

No Easy Walk to Freedom

  • ZA COM MR-S-003
  • Item
  • 1953-09-21
  • Part of Speeches

Occasion - Presidential address to the ANC (Transvaal) Congress
Summary - The political climate has changed from the successes of the Campaign for the Defiance of Unjust Laws of 1952 and the ANC must be prepared with a new approach and with a strong and disciplined membership. The new approach is called the "M" Plan and calls for active recruitment and action at the grassroots level. This will enable the ANC to function without calling attention to itself. There is no place in the ANC for those opposed to the "M" Plan.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

Extracts from Nelson Mandela's Testimony at the Treason Trial 1956-60

  • ZA COM MR-S-006
  • Item
  • 1960
  • Part of Speeches

Extracts from the testimony by Mandela in 1960, responding as spokesman for the accused to questions from the bench, the prosecution and the defence lawyers on the content of ANC documents and question of violent intent on the part of those on trial.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

General Strike : Statement by Nelson Mandela on behalf of the National Action Council following the stay-at-home in May 1961

  • ZA COM MR-S-008
  • Item
  • May 1961
  • Part of Speeches

The statement reviewed the successes and weaknesses of the three day stay-at-home in May 1961, as well as the responses to it from journalists, students, trade unions, and from opposing groups like the Pan-Africanist Congress. It also announced the policy of non-collaboration with the government and renewed the call for an intensified international boycott and the complete isolation of South Africa.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

Demonstrations against proclamation of Republic : Answers to questions by Drum

  • ZA COM MR-S-007
  • Item
  • May 1961
  • Part of Speeches

Occasion - Drum asked several non-European leaders for answers to three questions concerning the planned deomstrations. These were Mr. Mandela's answers.
Summary - The demonstrations will be peaceful and will include work stoppages, meetings and processions. The aim of the protest is to have grievances heard and, ideally, have a national convention to discuss a new constitution.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

The struggle is my life : Press statement issued on 26 June 1961

  • ZA COM MR-S-009
  • Item
  • 26 June 1961
  • Part of Speeches

This statement, issued after the positive response to a three day strike, announces a second phase in the fight against Verwoerd, a country-wide campaign of non-cooperation, and announces a National Convention. It also explains his decision, in accordance with the advice of the National Action Council, to carry on his political work underground rather than leaving the country or giving himself up for arrest to a government he did not recognise.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

Address by Nelson Mandela on Behalf of the ANC delegation to the conference of the Pan-African Freedom Movement of East and Central Africa : A land ruled by the gun

  • ZA COM MR-S-004
  • Item
  • 1962-02-03
  • Part of Speeches

Occasion - Address to the Conference of the Pan-African Freedom Movement of East and Central Africa
Summary - This address summaries the assistance that the international community, especially African states, has given to the freedom fighters in South Africa. It outlines the political and social situation in South Africa and the ANC's responses and move from policies of non-violence to the formation of Umkhonto we Sizwe. The people's resolve to fight is steadfast but the continued support of PAFMECA is crucial.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

Panorama : The Rivonia Trial [The] : [Filmography]

Robin Day, reporting for the BBC’s Panorama programme was on hand on the final day of judgement. Footage exterior the Palace of Justice in Pretoria, still photographs of the accused, and an interview with Winnie Mandela (I shall never lose hope) The documentary also has the voice of Justice de Wet.

Day, Robin

I am prepared to die : Nelson Mandela's statement from the dock at the opening of the defence case in the Rivonia Trial

  • ZA COM MR-S-010
  • Item
  • 20 April 1964
  • Part of Speeches

In this, the opening of the Defence case, Mandela states that his experiences in South Africa and his pride as an African underlie his actions. He details how and why Umkhonto we Sizwe was formed and what its strategies were. He also responds to the allegations of the State one by one and includes an explanation of both his ideological influences and his ideals.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

Rivonia-Prozeß, Der : [Filmography]

Feature film based on the Rivonia Raid, and subsequent trial, filmed with SA govt. assistance at Liliesleaf Farm. The role of Nelson Mandela was played by Simon Sabela.

Brettholz, Wolfgang

To My Darling [Maki Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_007
  • Item
  • 1969-02-16
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his daughter Maki.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Mntan'omhle [Mthetho Mathanzima]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_013
  • Item
  • 1969-03-17
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Mthetho Mathanzima. Letter addressed to Mntan'omhle, which is "Chief" in IsiXhosa

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To my dear nephew [Gibson Kente]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_011
  • Item
  • 1969-03-30
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Gibson Kente.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To [Lilian Ngoyi]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_009
  • Item
  • 1969-03-30
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Lilian Ngoyi. The letter is addressed to "my beloved sister" in Sepedi (Northern Sotho).

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Hemarie Vehalie Aminabehn [Amina Cachalia]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_017
  • Item
  • 1969-04-08
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Amina Cachalia. The letter is addressed to "Hemarie Vehalie Aminabehn" which means "our dear sister Amina" in Gujarati.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To our dear ma [Mrs P K Madikizela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_019
  • Item
  • 1969-05-04
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his mother-in-law, Mrs P K Madikizela.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To My darling [Winnie Madikizela-Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_025
  • Item
  • 1969-06-23
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his wife Winnie Madikizela-Mandela when she was detained.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To My darlings [Zeni and Zindzi Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_023
  • Item
  • 1969-06-23
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his daughters Zenani and Zindzi when their mother, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela was detained.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To My dear Niki [Niki Iris Xaba]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_027
  • Item
  • 1969-07-15
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his sister-in-law Niki Iris Xaba about the detention of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To My darling [Winnie Madikizela-Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_031
  • Item
  • 1969-07-16
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his wife, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela informing her of the death of his eldest son, Thembekile.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Evelyn [Evelyn Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_033
  • Item
  • 1969-07-16
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his first wife Evelyn Mandela about the death of their eldest son, Thembekile, in a car accident.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

Attention: Col. van Aarde

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_035
  • Item
  • 1969-07-22
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 1 page written by Mandela to the Commanding officer of Robben Island, Colonel van Aarde requesting permission to attend the funeral of his son, Thembekile.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To dear Kgatho [Makgatho Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_036
  • Item
  • 1969-07-28
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his son Makgatho in which he commiserates and reminisces re the death of Thembekile.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To my dear Sef [Sefton Vuthela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_038
  • Item
  • 1969-07-29
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 3 pages written by Mandela to Sefton Vuthela, his brother-in-law.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To My darlings [Zeni and Zindzi Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_041
  • Item
  • 1969-08-03
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his daughters Zenani and Zindzi about the death of Thembi.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To My dear Mtshana [Nomfundo Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_045
  • Item
  • 1969-09-08
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his niece, Nomfundo Mandela consoling her, about her studies and living in Johannesburg.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To My dear Tshezi [Adelaide Mase]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_049
  • Item
  • 1969-11-03
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Mrs Adelaide Mase discussing Tembi's funeral and other matters.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Dade Wethu [Winnie Madikizela-Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_051
  • Item
  • 1969-11-16
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 4 pages written by Mandela to Winnie Madikizela-Mandela discussing her upcoming trial.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To My dear Radebe [Mashumi Paul Mzaidume]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_055
  • Item
  • 1969-11-19
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Mashumi Paul Mzaidume concerning Makgatho and his children's education among other issues.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Our dear Nolusapho [Irene Mkwayi]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_057
  • Item
  • 1969-11-19
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Irene Mkwayi thanking her for the condolence card he received on the death of Thembi.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To My dear Thoko [Lydia Thoko Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_059
  • Item
  • 1969-11-29
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his daughter -in-law Lydia Thoko Mandela re the death of Thembi and her future plans.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Our dear Vuyo [Vuyo Masondo]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_061
  • Item
  • 1969-12-15
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Mrs Vuyo Masondo re the death of her brother Mbulelo

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To A! Vulindlela

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_067
  • Item
  • 1970-01-01
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Vulindlela thanking him for his role at Thembi's funeral.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Dade Wethu [Winnie Madikizela-Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_063
  • Item
  • 1970-01-01
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his wife Winnie Madikizela-Mandela in which he discusses the book by Langenhoven "Skaduwees van Nasaret" [Shadows of Nazareth].

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

to My dear Uncle Marsh [Marshall Xaba]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_071
  • Item
  • 1970-02-01
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Marshall Xaba concerning the house in Orlando West.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To dear Kgatho [Makgatho Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_081
  • Item
  • 1970-03-31
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his son Makgatho.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To My Darling [Maki Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_085
  • Item
  • 1970-05-01
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his daughter Maki.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Our dear Ma [Nokukanya Luthuli]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_091
  • Item
  • 1970-06-08
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Nokukanya Luthuli about Chief Luthuli’s role and his death.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Dade wethu [Nobandla Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_093
  • Item
  • 1970-06-20
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 4 pages written by Mandela to his wife Winnie Madikizela-Mandela.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Our dear hayebo [Jane Xaba]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_097
  • Item
  • 1970-06-29
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Jane Xaba

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Dade wethu [Winnie Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_099
  • Item
  • 1970-07-01
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his wife Winnie Mandela

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To my Darling [Nobandla Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_103
  • Item
  • 1970-08-01
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his wife Winnie Nobandla Mandela

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Our dear Zuki [Zukiswa Matji]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_105
  • Item
  • 1970-08-01
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Zukiswa Matji.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To our dear ma [Mrs S M Molema]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_107
  • Item
  • 1970-08-31
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Mrs. SM Molema

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Heit my bla [Makgatho Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_111
  • Item
  • 1970-08-31
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his son Makgatho Mandela

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To my Darling [Nobandla Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_109
  • Item
  • 1970-08-31
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his wife Winnie Nobandla Mandela.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To the Minister of Justice

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_113
  • Item
  • 1970-09-14
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 1 page written by Mandela to the Minister of Justice requesting to meet Winnie Mandela.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To Brigadier Aucamp

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_114
  • Item
  • 1970-09-14
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to Brigadier Aucamp.

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

To my Darling [Nobandla Mandela]

  • ZA COM NMPP-PC-NMPP-PC-2009/6-NMF_Dcard_V1_118
  • Item
  • 1970-10-01
  • Part of Prison Collection

This item consists of a letter of 2 pages written by Mandela to his wife Winnie Nobandla Mandela

Mandela, Nelson Rolihlahla

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