The news of our most revered statesman's passing on to glory which was reported by the vast majority of international and local media outlets on the 5th of december 2013 has left endless tears cascading down the eyes of all and sundry in the whole universe. A barrage of tributes have been sent to his family via social media owing to his giant leadership strides. Mandela was a perfect paradigm of a selfless leader who layed down his life for his people. He was a political bulwark against oppression. He took upon himself a task which was daunting - sacrificing to slave way in prison for the protection of the sanctity and dignity of his people. He earned an unparalelled reputation - both nationally and internationally - owing to his unflinching determination and tenacity of purpose which stands him out as a leader with a distinction. Madiba, as he was fondly called, is one leader we should strive to emulate in times of strife, political upheaval, rancour and acrimony.He was assert...