The Eastern Cape is preparing for an influx of mourners ahead of Nelson Mandela’s funeral on December 15.
A Hare Krishna parade in Lenasia on Saturday night celebrated the life of Madiba — a man who learnt its holy book while on Robben Island.
A delayed condolence message from Robert Mugabe to the family of Nelson Mandela has raised speculation that Harare was reluctant to recognise Mandela.
The family of former president Nelson Mandela, who died on Thursday, is going through a difficult time, says a spokesperson.
Despite not being able to say which speakers will attend Nelson Mandela’s memorial service, Collins Chabane says most arrangements are under control.
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.
Ahead of former president Nelson Mandela’s state funeral in Qunu next Sunday, SA has begun its preparation to welcome international leaders.
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.
Cape Town gathered to pay tribute to Nelson Mandela in a blustery memorial.
Producer Anant Singh talks about his decision not to screen "Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom" for 24 hours, following the death of Madiba.
The White House says US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama will travel to South Africa next week to pay respects to Nelson Mandela.
The public enterprises spokesperson credits his success directly to Mandela, who arranged payment of his varsity fees after his own father died.
Travel agencies say top-tier hotels and rental cars in Johannesburg and Cape Town have been booked out as dignitaries prepare to enter the country.
Not only did Nelson Mandela set our democracy in motion, but he created a positive business climate that reinvigorated foreign investment in SA.
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.
President Jacob Zuma has told those crowded outside former statesman Nelson Mandela’s Houghton home that Madiba’s "family is strong".
Public protector Thuli Madonsela says Nelson Mandela’s passion for social justice was ever-present during his life.
Jacob Zuma has announced that Nelson Mandela’s funeral will be on December 15, while December 10 has been marked as Madiba’s memorial service.
Dr Stanley Mogoba has "fond memories of his dealings with Madiba" as a fellow former prisoner, member of the Methodist Church and Parliamentarian.
The Elders, a group of world leaders founded by Nelson Mandela in 2007, have expressed their grief at his passing.
Madiba’s grandson hailed the global icon as a "survivor who defied the odds" and looks forward to interactions with Mandela as a beloved ancestor.
In a move unprecedented in its 125-year history, the Johannesburg stock exchange stalled trading for five minutes on Friday in a tribute to Mandela.
Honouring Nelson Mandela, former president FW de Klerk says that most Afrikaners "have very warm feelings towards Nelson Mandela".
The ANC has cancelled its planned national executive committee meeting to mourn the passing of its former president, Nelson Mandela.
Mayor Patricia de Lille has announced that the city will hold an interfaith ceremony on the Grand Parade from 5pm this afternoon, with free transport.
Every newspaper in South Africa, and indeed, the world, has the iconic late president Nelson Mandela on its front. We look at some local coverage.
The JSE has halted trade for five minutes as business leaders mourn Madiba’s passing and analysts dismiss SA-economy doomsayers.