On this day in 1964, Nelson Mandela was sentenced to life in prison in South Africa. Discover his early life and see what prompted him to join the African National Congress to fight apartheid. Learn about his 27 years of imprisonment and his work - and legacy - as the first black president of South Africa. | Biography

On 11 February, we remember the release of Nelson Mandela. A moment that marked the end of one long injustice and the beginning of a nation’s reckoning with freedom, dignity, and responsibility. This year also marks 27 years of the Nelson Mandela Foundation. 27 years of carrying Madiba’s legacy forward, protecting his values, and advancing social justice in a democratic South Africa. From 27 years behind bars to 27 years of legacy in action, the work of freedom continues. #OnThisDay #MandelaLega