South Africa. In the period immediately ahead, he must steer the country through the preliminary stages of the dismantling of apartheid. That would usher in an atmosphere free of violence. Next would come the challenging stage of preparing a new constitution anQ redressing social and ~conomic injustices. The uprooting of apartheid, however, could not-stop at the eradication of unjust institutions, laws and practices. It would also require a change in human attitudes. In that regard, few had contributed more than Nelson Mandela·, the ebbing of apartheid <!end of racial discrimination from people's hearts and minds would be his major gift, not only to South Africans but to the international community as a whole. As a champion of freedom and justice for all, Mr. Mandela was in his own house that day. 11. Mr. GARBA (Nigeria), President of the General Assembly, said .that, on such a historic occasion, he felt especially privileged, as a son of Africa, to join all­ others in welcoming Nelson Mand~la, the symbol Of black South Africa's aspiration for freedom. It was gratifying to see the first fruits of the resilience displayed by Nelson and Winnie Mandela and the members of the African National Congress (ANC), and of the profound sacrifices they had made in the struggle to liberate South Africa. 12. In the five months since his release from p_rison, the world had come to know the man behind the legend and to realize why he was indeed a fitting leader of South Africa's quest for peace and non-racial democracy. Since Nelson Mandela's release, his pronouncements, which for years had been an inspiration to the liberation movement, had assumed even greater importance. I• • • A/AC.115/SR. 641 English Page 4 (Mr. Garba. Nigeria) 13. Nelson Mandela's long and varied experience had prepared him for the 
**Analysis**
The text appears to focus on Nelson Mandela's role in the dismantling of apartheid in South Africa, highlighting his leadership and the challenges he faced in ushering in a new era of peace and non-racial democracy. The text emphasizes the need for a change in human attitudes and the eradication of unjust institutions, laws, and practices. This suggests that the text is more concerned with societal and political issues rather than specific economic or scientific topics.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief, Education, Culture