South African former president and freedom fighter-Nelson Mandela has died at the age of 95—-President Jacob Zuma has confirmed…
Few hours ago, it was reported that, increasing activities were spotted near and around Mandela’s residence, where family and top South African officials were going in and out.
Just few minutes ago, President Jacon Zuma addressed the nation—confirming that Mr Mandela, who was receiving home-based medical care has passed away…
Just two days ago, Makaziwe Mandela, the daughter of the South Africa’s first black President-Nelson Mandela commented that, her father was on his deathbed but he was putting up a courageous fight. Makaziwe is reported to have said, even though Mandela was ‘”on his deathbed he is teaching us lessons – lessons in patience, in love, lessons of tolerance,” .
Mr Mandela is widely respected for his role in fighting racism in South Africa, and for forgiving his former white captors after his release from prison in 1990.
He spent 27 years in jail and was elected South Africa’s first black president in 1994. He stepped down after five years in office.
RIP Mandela!
This post was published on December 5, 2013 9:50 PM
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