A sombre mood descends
The great Madiba is gone
A time for quietness and reflection
On the legacy that will carry on
One man, one single soul
Able to change the world in whole
A struggle for justice, for what is right
Took flight and forever a world is transformed
Fulfilling his purpose, answering the call
Now men and women, young and old
Of all shades and colours, permitted to live as one
In beautiful South Africa, the land he called home
Not perfect, but a shining example for all to see
Of what faith, perseverance and conviction can achieve.
Beautiful in death, indelibly marked in our conscience.
Forever.
Rest in perfect peace Madiba
Nelson Mandela (1918-2013)
Never can we forget him.
(c) Zoe Olukoga 2013
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