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Nelson Mandela - Biography

Biography a Mandela: Life, Struggle for Freedom and Contribution to African History

Nelson (July 18, 1918 - December 5, 2013) is a name that will always be associated with the struggle for freedom, the struggle against apartheid and the desire for justice and equality. His life and personality had a huge impact on South Africa and the world. In this biography, we delve into Nelson Mandela's life and struggles, and consider his contributions to African and world history.

Nelson Rolihlala was born into a family of cosmopolitan Tambu, a Xhosa people. His grandfather was the chief of his tribe, and Mandela's family was associated with historical events in South Africa. grew up in the village of Kunu in the Eastern Province and got his name "Rolihlala," which can be translated as "hard to create problems."

After graduating from high school, he entered Fort Hare University, where he began studying for bachelor's programs. He later transferred to Ford Ham University, where he continued his studies and received a bachelor's degree and a bachelor's degree in law.

At the turn of the 1940s and 1950s, Mandela joined the African National Congress (ANC), an organization fighting against apartheid policies, a racial discrimination regime introduced by the South African government. Within a few decades, he became one of the key figures in the anti-apartheid movement.

Mandela was active in anti-apartheid activities, organizing protests, strikes and other protests. In 1961 he became commander of the armed wing of the ANC, leading to his arrest and conviction to life imprisonment in 1964.