What year did Nelson Mandela give his first speech?

Nelson Mandela gave his first major public speech on July 21, 1943, while addressing a gathering of the African National Congress (ANC) in Johannesburg. This speech marked an important moment in his political career, as he began to articulate the struggle against apartheid. Mandela's speeches continued to evolve throughout his life, becoming a powerful tool in the fight for freedom and equality in South Africa.