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edit data. Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was a former President of South Africa, the first to be elected in a fully representative democratic election, who held office from 1994â99. Before his presidency, Mandela was an anti-apartheid activist, and the leader of the African National Congress's armed wing Umkhonto we Sizwe.
Nelson Mandela Quick Facts. Here is a list of quick facts about Nelson Mandela. 1  Nelson Mandela was born July 18, 1918. 2  He was born in Transkei, Africa. 3  When he was born, his name was Rolihlahla Mandela.4  His birth name means to pull a branch off a tree and troublemaker.. 5  He was given the name Nelson in school when he was seven years old. Nelson Mandela was born July 18, 1918. 2  He was born in Transkei, Africa. 3  When he was born, his name was Rolihlahla Mandela. 4  His birth name means to pull a branch off a tree and troublemaker.. 5  He was given the name Nelson in school when he was seven years old. 6  His father had four wives.