I really wanted to retire and rest and spend more time with my children, my grandchildren and of course with my wife. But the problems are such that for anybody with a conscience who can use whatever influence he may have to try to bring about peace, it's difficult to say no.


On why he continues to be active in social and political issues. - Newsweek interview (2002)

Nelson Mandela Quotes

I really wanted to retire and rest and spend more time with my children, my grandchildren and of course with my wife. But the problems are such that...

I really wanted to retire and rest and spend more time with my children, my grandchildren and of course with my wife. But the problems are such that...

I really wanted to retire and rest and spend more time with my children, my grandchildren and of course with my wife. But the problems are such that...

I really wanted to retire and rest and spend more time with my children, my grandchildren and of course with my wife. But the problems are such that...