Nelson Mandela was the beacon of South African national liberation，reconciliation and unity. His outstanding leadership and inspiration had played an extraordinary role in the anti-apartheid struggles as well as in the building of a democratic and inclusive new South Africa. As the new nation is to celebrate her 20-year freedom，the passing away of Mandela has made people worry some about South Africa’s future. But the late President did not leave with a political vacuum，rather a sound constitutional system and a well-established legal framework. This has been the anchor for South Africa’s smooth transition and development. Mandela is a glory not only of his nation but also of the whole of Africa. The world has witnessed a successful story of political and social reform and two decades of peaceful development of South Africa under Mandela’s guidance. It has demonstrated to the international community that Africa has the will and capacity to win freedom and to govern. Mandela was a champion for world peace，and a staunch fighter against war and evil. He was and will continue to be a world leader of justice and nobility.