Nelson Mandela

The late South African President Nelson Mandela founded the Mandela Rhodes Foundation in 2003. In 20 years, 622 scholarships have been awarded to students from 33 African countries.

Danielle Summer Sep 28, 2023

Ndileka Mandela defended the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's use of her grandfather's quotes in "Live to Lead."

Tanya Diente Jan 05, 2023

The only South African cast member of "The Lion King" denies knowing and ever talking to the Duchess of Sussex in 2019.

Tanya Diente Sep 01, 2022

The Duchess of Sussex said that her wedding to Prince Harry was likened to Mandela's monumental walk of freedom.

Tanya Diente Aug 31, 2022

The Duke of Sussex gave an impassioned speech about climate change and world hunger at the U.N. General Assembly.

Tanya Diente Jul 20, 2022

The incident happened when the Queen was attending a concert with Nelson Mandela in 1996.

Amanda Jan 13, 2022

Jacob Zuma has quit as president of South Africa. He has been embroiled in a rape trial, corruption, an arms deal, using public money for his home and association with the Guptas.

David Sim Feb 14, 2018

Actor Andy Serkis describes ape revolutionary Caesar as the "role of a lifetime" and discusses his many inspirations, including Nelson Mandela.

Ben Skipper Oct 25, 2017

Mandela's widow, Kofi Annan and Ban Ki-Moon among those to take part in Edlers march calling for global peace in London.

Ewan Palmer Oct 25, 2017

Barack Obama quoting Nelson Mandela has become the most liked tweet ever - and scientists agree.

Martha Henriques Aug 16, 2017

The former South African president's birth anniversary is celebrated on 18 July and is also recognised globally as Nelson Mandela International Day.

Lara Rebello Jul 17, 2017

The exhibition, which opens 22 July 2017, is held in conjunction with the 2017 Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace.

Alex Wheeler Apr 03, 2017

Ahmed Kathrada died on 28 March at the age of 87.

Divya Kishore Mar 30, 2017

Kathrada, who was popular as 'Uncle Kathy', passed away in a Johannesburg hospital.

Divya Kishore Mar 28, 2017

The former head of an elite investigation unit made the allegations in a court case being heard in Cape Town.

Tom Porter Mar 17, 2017

The child of a politician should be able to play with the child of a plumber.

Yasmin Alibhai-Brown Mar 09, 2017

In footage Mandela declares determination to fight against racism 'until freedom is achieved'.

Tom Porter Sep 02, 2016

South African minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane says Zimbabweans can only bring change through polls.

Elsa Buchanan Aug 17, 2016

IBTImes UK looks at political career of former ANC's member Julius Malema, famous for controversial comments.

Ludovica Iaccino Jun 10, 2016

IBTimes UK looks at Zuma's life and political career, marred by corruption scandals and allegations of rape.

Ludovica Iaccino May 26, 2016

Jacob Zuma and Mahmoud Abbas meet in Cape Town to strengthen relations.

Ludovica Iaccino May 26, 2016

Former CIA agent Donald Rickard admitted his role in putting Mandela behind bars for 27 years

Mark Piggott May 15, 2016

Rory Steyn said that betting syndicates helped sabotage the New Zealand quest to win the tournament.

Brendan Cole May 04, 2016

Embattled President Zuma visits Iran for a three-day state visit following recent calls for his resignation.

Elsa Buchanan Apr 25, 2016

The comedian raised an incredible £1,351,722 for charity

James Tennent Mar 20, 2016

Breivik – who murdered 77 – moaned that his coffee is tepid and he has to use plastic cutlery.

Mark Piggott Mar 16, 2016

The 62-year-old multi-millionaire was not considered to be among the favourites for the presidency.

Joshua Evans Feb 26, 2016

The Davos organisation uninvited a North Korean delegation after the country executed h-bomb tests.

Jan 14, 2016

Past speakers include Nelson Mandela and Gordon Brown and it's known for its impact on businesses.

Bauke Schram Jan 09, 2016

South African experts found no evidence of WMDs just prior to the 2003 invasion, new book claims.

Karthick Arvinth Dec 01, 2015