Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela
Born July 18, 1918
President of South Africa, he was the first black president
In office from May 10, 1994 - June 14, 1999
Married three times
Evelyn Ntoko Mase (1944-1957)
Winnie Madikizela (1957-1996)
Graca Marchel (1998-present)
He was very active in anti-apartheid movement and joined the African National Congress (ANC)
For 20 years, he directed a campaign of peaceful, non-violent defiance against the South African government and its racist policies.
President of South Africa, he was the first black president
In office from May 10, 1994 - June 14, 1999
Married three times
Evelyn Ntoko Mase (1944-1957)
Winnie Madikizela (1957-1996)
Graca Marchel (1998-present)
He was very active in anti-apartheid movement and joined the African National Congress (ANC)
For 20 years, he directed a campaign of peaceful, non-violent defiance against the South African government and its racist policies.