Nelson Mandela

Nelson Mandela’s best quotes to mark his 98th birthday

‘It always seems impossible until it’s done’: It’s Nelson Mandela International Day and these are the wise words of the revolutionary hero who would have turned 98.

8 years, 11 months ago

Nelson Mandela Left $4m Estate

South Africa's former President Nelson Mandela left an estate provisionally valued at 46m rand ($4.13m; £2.53m), the executors of his will have said.

11 years, 4 months ago

Mauritius Declares National Mourning for Nelson Mandela

Mauritius will observe a national day of mourning on Sunday in honor of former South African president Nelson Mandela, according to the government.

11 years, 6 months ago

Nelson Mandela Mourned: Leader’s Thembu Tribe Preps Friday Service

Hundreds from the tribe journeyed to the Mandela family complex Thursday. ‘My grandfather was a freedom icon for the whole world, but we are trying to keep his legacy alive in our little place here,’ said Jongisiswe Dali, a grandson of the leader.

11 years, 6 months ago

Mourners Hail Nelson Mandela's Courage, Conviction, 'Remarkable Lack of Bitterness'

South Africa's current leader announced late Thursday that, after years suffering from health ailments, the man known widely by his clan name of Madiba died at 8:50 p.m. (1:50 p.m. ET) surrounded by family.

11 years, 6 months ago