In 1994, South Africa achieved a peaceful transition from apartheid to democracy with Nelson Mandela’s election, defying predictions of civil war. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), led by Archbishop Desmond Tutu, facilitated healing by uncovering apartheid-era abuses and granting amnesty for confessions. Public hearings showcased forgiveness, with victims confronting perpetrators on live TV. Christian principles, emphasized by Tutu, played a key role in this unprecedented reconciliation. Reflecting on the 2025 Trump-South Africa meeting, this history offers lessons in unity amidst division, highlighting the power of truth and forgiveness to mend deep societal wounds.