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A key feature that made Mandela special was his extraordinary, conciliatory leadership as the country's first Black president during the transition of power from the white supremacist minority to the Black majority. After 27 years in prison, he set aside personal animosity and anger, initiating a reconciliation process.

The interim constitution, adopted by Congress on November 18, 1993, was ratified by Parliament on December 22, 1993. The process leading to the expected democratic elections then began.

Facing investigation by Turkey’s Professional Disciplinary Council after wearing an undershirt saying “Thank You Madiba”, Didier Drogba released a statement and a photo of him with Nelson Mandela.