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Nelson MandelaLong Walk to Freedom
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This chapter is an excerpt from Nelson Mandela’s autobiography Long Walk to Freedom. It focuses on the momentous
occasion of his inauguration. Not only does it signify the end of apartheid and racial segregation but it also signifies the
birth of the democratic republic of South Africa. The excerpt also provides a unique insight into Mandela’s thoughts on the
inauguration and apartheid. It also stresses on the importance of freedom and courage over oppression and hate.
About the Characters
Nelson Mandela First black President of South Africa who fought for the equal rights of
the black. He suffered a lot of pain for the freedom.
Zenani Daughter of Nelson Mandela who accompanied Mandela in his inauguration day. She
was very much close to him.
Thabo Mbeki First Deputy President of South Africa who was very close to Mandela.
Mr. Deklerk Second Deputy President of South Africa
Summary of the Chapter
The Inauguration
It was 10th May the day of oath with a bright and shiny sun. Nelson Mandela was supposed to take oath as the
first black President of South Africa. A large number of leaders all from around the world had gathered there to
be the witness of the swearing-in ceremony of Nelson Mandela as the first black President. The inauguration
ceremony took place in a big open building in Pretoria where the first democratic non-racial government was to
be installed.
The Swearing-In Ceremony of Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela was accompanied by his daughter Zenani. Mr Deklerk was the first person who took oath as
second Deputy President followed by Mr Thabo Mbeki who sweared as the first Deputy President of South Africa.
Nelson Mandela was the last person who sweared as the first black President of South Africa. He pledged to obey
and uphold the Constitution and to devote himself to the well-being of the people. He also promised to make the
nation free from poverty, deprivation, suffering and all sort of discrimination.
Display of the Military Power by South African Jets
When Mandela had taken oath, South African jets displayed the military power. It also showed the loyalty of military to
democracy. The highest military generals saluted him. He recounted that they would have arrested him many years
before.
It was followed by the playing of two national anthems. The whites’sang ‘Nkosi Sikelel’ the old song and the blacks
sang ‘Die Stem’ the new song which marked the end of the ceremony.
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