A SAVIOR IS BORN
NelsonMandela was born on 18 July 1918 into the village of Mvezo. He was grew up in a royal family raised by his mother, Noqaphi Nosekeni and father, Gadla Henry Mphakanyiswa. At the age of twelve, Mandela lost his father in the year 1930. Further, he was adopted by Jongintaba Dalindyebo who served as the surpeme chief of the Tembu tribe. Growing up, Mandela listened to stories of his ancestors’ told by the elders, from these stories, he was inspired help his people reclaim freedom.