The Mandela family and government representatives have viewed the body of former president Nelson Mandela, currently lying in state in Pretoria.
A concert has been planned at the State Theatre in honour of Madiba as mourners flock to the Pretoria city centre to pay their last respects.
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South Africans have been forgotten in government’s quest to give the world a memorial for Nelson Mandela that was meant to impress internationals.
On the final instalment of M&G Newsroom for 2013, Mandela family spokesperson General Themba Matanzima tells us about Madiba the family man.
We asked people at the memorial at FNB Stadium whether they think Madiba would have been happy with the way government has been running South Africa.
Mac Maharaj has brushed off the heckling of President Jacob Zuma by sections of the crowd at Nelson Mandela’s memorial, saying it was over quickly.
Read President Jacob Zuma’s full address at the Nelson Mandela memorial at the FNB Stadium on Tuesday.
The SAHRC has called on all South Africans to heed Madiba’s example on International Human Rights Day, the day of his memorial service.
Ministers Jeff Radebe and Nathi Mthethwa, and Premier Nomvula Mokonyane have shared their thoughts on Nelson Mandela at his Soweto memorial service.
Celebrated South African writer Don Mattera has addressed a crowd in Khayelitsha in remembrance of former president Nelson Mandela.
Minister of Public Service and Administration Lindiwe Sisulu has spoken about her close bond with the Mandela family.
Members of Parliament and other senior politicians paid tribute to former president Nelson Mandela in a sombre sitting of Parliament.
UN chief Ban Ki-moon has paid tribute to Nelson Mandela as a giant for justice, equality and human rights.
Zelda la Grange, former personal assistant to Nelson Mandela, talks boundaries, family, and lessons learned from the former president.
Andrew Mlangeni, fellow Rivonia trialist and Robben Island inmate, says Nelson Mandela "exuded" leadership based on "collective" thinking.
Graça Machel and Winnie Madikizela-Mandela were at the bedside of former president Nelson Mandela when he died, says family friend Bantu Holomisa.
The ANC has denied electioneering at its Nelson Mandela prayer event in Mthatha, saying members were inspired by his membership to the party.
Thabo Mbeki has spoken about the need for strong leadership in SA and honouring the Constitution, as he paid tribute to Nelson Mandela.
In film, the role of the former ANC activist and president of South Africa has traditionally been approached with great reverence.
A delayed condolence message from Robert Mugabe to the family of Nelson Mandela has raised speculation that Harare was reluctant to recognise Mandela.
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As South Africans contemplate their future after the death of Mandela, Jonathan Freedland says they could do worse than look to India for guidance.
After a parade through Pretoria, Nelson Mandela’s body will lie in state at the Union Buildings where access will be strictly controlled, says GCIS.
We feared the country would lose itself in weeping when Nelson Mandela died. But we should have known better.
Six decades after Madiba left Alexandra in Johannesburg, its residents are sad but have accepted the death of the man who used to dance among them.
Nic Dawes reflects on hearing about the death of Nelson Mandela in India.
We take a look at the developments since Madiba’s death was announced – from Jacob Zuma’s visit in Houghton to the plans for the funeral.
The public enterprises spokesperson credits his success directly to Mandela, who arranged payment of his varsity fees after his own father died.
Members of the public may attend a special joint sitting of Parliament at 2pm on Monday to commemorate former president Nelson Mandela.
As the world mourns Nelson Mandela, we speak to locals in Vilakazi Street, Soweto – Madiba’s former home.
Archbishop Desmond Tutu has dismissed naysayers who predict South Africa will degenerate into chaos following Mandela’s death.
Public protector Thuli Madonsela says Nelson Mandela’s passion for social justice was ever-present during his life.