Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela is one of the greatest icons of peace and reconciliation of our time. Affectionately referred to as Madiba (his Xhosa clan name), this first democratically elected president of a post-apartheid South Africa is still one of the most sought after people to visit or interview for any journalist or VIP visiting South Africa.

Although Nelson Mandela is old and very frail now and doesn\'t make many public appearances, the warmth and charisma that this amazing man exudes is still very evident.