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As a consequence of the victories we have registered during our first ten years of freedom, we have laid a firm foundation for the new advances we must and will make during the next decade.

Thabo Mbeki

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Thabo Mbeki
Age: 82
Born: 1942
Born: June 18
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If you don't understand history, you will not be able to deal with today's issues.
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We will continue to count on your unwavering support and commitment to working with leaders of our continent in bringing about the desired renaissance of Africa.
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