Turning Points:

• Whilst at university Nelson Mandela became increasingly aware of the unjust nature of South African Society.
•  Mandela became involved in politics, and he was able to finish his degree and qualified as a Lawyer.
•   Mandela had to resign from the ANC and work underground.
•  The Sharpeville massacre of 63 black South African’s changed the whole political climate.
• Mandela reveals how he sought to make the best use of his time there. He helped to keep other Men’s spirits high and never compromised his political principles when offered early release.
•   Negotiations were painfully slow and difficult, they eventually led to Mandela’s release in 1990. It was an emotional moment watched by millions around the globe.
• Nelson Mandela recently lost his eldest son to this disease and Mandela has worked hard to campaign on this issue.

Achievements:

•  In 1952 Mandela and Tambo opened the first Black Law firm in South Africa.
• Mandela became involved in politics, and along with his good friend and comrade Oliver Tambo was expelled from Fort Hare for organizing a student strike. However Mandela was able to finish his degree and qualified as a Lawyer.
• In Treason Trial Mandela and several others were charged with treason. Conducting their own defense they eventually proved to be victorious. 
• received many prestigious awards.
• In 1993 Nelson Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize jointly with F.W. De Klerk.