Nelson Mandela (lawyer)

Nelson Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary and lawyer who became a key figure in the struggle against racial segregation in his country. He co-founded the African National Congress's Youth League and was instrumental in organizing protests against the apartheid regime. Arrested and imprisoned for 27 years, Mandela's resolve symbolized the fight for justice and equality. After his release in 1990, he led negotiations to dismantle apartheid and became South Africa’s first Black president in 1994. Mandela is celebrated worldwide for his commitment to peace, reconciliation, and human rights.