Why Nelson Mandela Came To Boston In 1990 The world is remembering former South African President Nelson Mandela, whodied Thursday at the age of 95. Bostonians are particularly remembering his visit here, soon after he was released from prison. When Mandela visited, Margaret Burnham was a Boston-based leader in the Free South Africa/Free Mandela movement. She recounts that day: June 23, 1990. “It […]