Let's raise our voices in exhultation
To a man who fought for liberation

His 27 years of sacrifice
Removed from his children and his wife

A Xhoza Madiba from Transkei
Continually challenging and asking why?

Apartheidd's preference for a chosen race
What was wrong with the colour if his face?

Joining the African National Congress
Brought negative publicity from the press

Named a cunning African terrorist
Became a strategic revolutionist

Nothing they did would keep him silent
Not even his time on Robben Island

Equality and freedom was his goal
The desire imprinted in his soul

Damaging his Legal reputation
For a constitutional dispensation

Yes, he fought and won the fights
Ensuring Basic Human Rights

Strictly denouncing the participation
In any form of segregation

Strength and character that gave rise
To him receiving the Nobel Peace Prize

Nelson, Rohlihlahla, Mandela
Lovingly honoured and remembered forever.

By
Crystal Koen