In December 2013, Rivonia trialist and Struggle stalwart Ahmed Kathrada gave a public tribute at a memorial service for former president Nelson Mandela.

After acknowledging that SA had been blessed with a calibre of women, men and organisations who made invaluable contributions in pursuit of a free, just and equitable country, "Uncle Kathy", as he was affectionately known, singled out Madiba’s contributions as an activist and leader who fought for a cause greater than himself...