Letter.

Letter Published in Gulf News UAE on 18July 15,

Readers write about the international influence of Nelson Mandela on International Nelson Mandela DayChanging South Africa

There is no doubt that Mandela created a revolution, forever marking his name in South Africa’s history, and it is laudable. Even though he was described as part of a terrorist organisation in 1987 by British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, after a three-hour long discussion in 1990, he changed the image of South Africa. Even though Mandela has departed, millions of people pay tribute to this great leader who believed in peace. I salute this leader on this occasion. He played a major role in South African people’s welfare and prosperity.

From Mr K. Ragavan

Bengaluru, India