Nkosi Sikelel’ iAfrika – South Africa’s National Anthem
South Africa’s new national anthem is a symbol of positive change for the country. Visit this site to read about the history of the song and to view its words. Click Original English Translation and Current English Version and compare the two versions. Do the changes in the later version more accurately portray the hopes for South Africa? Record your impressions in the Web Links Activities Log.

The Long Walk of Nelson Mandela
This PBS Frontline site provides "an intimate portrait of one of the 20^th century’s greatest leaders"—Nelson Mandela. Through interviews, excerpts from Mandela’s writings, letters, reminiscences, and other materials, you will learn about the defining moments in Mandela’s life. Working with a small group of classmates, use the information here to create a display focusing on one aspect of Mandela’s life or work.

Halala Madiba: A literary tribute to Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela
The Southern African Writers Council, in conjunction with Machimbombo Publishing, is compiling a collection of poetry and prose dedicated to Nelson Mandela. Read about the purpose behind this collection and the kinds of writing that will be included. Then write a poem or short work of prose that could be included in the collection. You might like to explore Mandela’s influence on the people of the United States or his similarities to American civil rights leaders.