SABC News - Nelson Mandela

ANC rejects Mandela claims: Report

Sunday 5 May 2013 10:17

The ANC has rejected claims it used footage of a visit to former president Nelson Mandela to ingratiate itself with the public, a Sunday newspaper reports.

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World needed to see Mandela says ANC, after SABC exclusive

Tuesday 30 April 2013 11:08

Showing images of a frail former president Nelson Mandela was the right thing to do as the world needed to see him.

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Democracy is the freedom to change your mind - Zille

Saturday 27 April 2013 13:12

Democracy is not about slavish devotion to a particular political party, says DA leader Helen Zille during a Freedom Day rally on Saturday.

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The writer says SA history is littered with injustices and the systematic exploitation of black people.

Khoi and San people to work with govt in restoring their land rights

Thursday 25 April 2013 10:03

During Freedom Month we must honour struggle heroes, including those from the Khoi-San community who fought against colonialism and the abuse of their human rights, writes Phumla Williams.

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Mandela’s words light up New York

Thursday 25 April 2013 05:54

The words of former President Nelson Mandela have illuminated the New York night sky in an installation that celebrates his dynamic speeches.

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ANCYL warns DA not to abuse Mandela's legacy

Tuesday 23 April 2013 05:59

The ANC Youth League's task team has called on the Nelson Mandela Foundation to defend the legacy of the former President.

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DA pamphlet angers ANC

Thursday 18 April 2013 09:02

A DA pamphlet showing former President Nelson Mandela and activist Helen Suzman embracing has angered the ANC, it was reported on Thursday.

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Margaret Thatcher will be given a funeral with military honors at St. Paul's Cathedral next Wednesday.

More than 2 000 invited to Thatcher's funeral

Thursday 11 April 2013 14:24

Invitations to Margaret Thatcher's funeral are going out to more than 2 000 celebrities, dignitaries, colleagues and friends of the late British leader, including former US presidents.

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It was reported that Jonathan Jansen said that he wished Mandela would die but Jansen has since dismissed those reports.

Presidency not happy with Jansen's comment on Madiba

Tuesday 9 April 2013 14:50

The Presidency says it’s not happy with University of the Free State Vice-Chancellor's comment about them lying.

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A life-size bust of former President Nelson Mandela will be unveiled on the 18th of July.

EC artist completes Mandela sculpture

Wednesday 3 April 2013 18:15

World renowned Eastern Cape artist, Maureen Quin, has spent the last few months completing a life-size bust of former President Nelson Mandela.

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Former SA president Nelson Mandela was admitted to an undisclosed hospital on Wednesday evening for recurring pneumonia.

AU wishes Madiba speedy recovery

Sunday 31 March 2013 20:00

The African Union (AU) has sent its best wishes for a speedy recovery to elder statesman Nelson Mandela.

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Former President Nelson Mandela is believed to be conscious as he receives treatment.

Mandela responding well to treatment: Maharaj

Thursday 28 March 2013 19:58

Presidential spokesperson Mac Maharaj has confirmed that former president Nelson Mandela is conscious as he receives treatment in hospital for a recurring lung infection.

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Zuma sends condolences to Achebe’s family

Friday 22 March 2013 17:11

President Jacob Zuma has expressed his deepest condolences on the sad passing of distinguished Nigerian author Professor Chinua Achebe.

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CEO of the National Heritage Council, Sonwabile Mancontywa says the late anti-apartheid activist, Mariam Makeba, was a mother to many.

Makeba was a champion of Ubuntu: Heritage Council

Wednesday 20 March 2013 09:43

The late Grammy-award winner and anti-apartheid activist, Mariam Makeba, will be honoured with an Ubuntu Award today.

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The late veteran freedom fighter Phyllis Naidu was an outstanding critic of the apartheid government as well as in the present ANC government.

Veteran freedom fighter dies

Thursday 14 February 2013 11:18

The late veteran freedom fighter Phyllis Naidu was banned for several years and fled into exile after being persecuted by apartheid forces.

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Authors, Jody Heymann and Kirsten McNeill look at what nations are doing to give all children an equal chance to thrive

Action for Children: Measuring the Soul of Global Society

Wednesday 13 February 2013 16:53

Authors Jody Heymann and Kirsten McNeill probe what nations are doing to give all children an equal chance to thrive and reach their full potential.

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Swati Dlamini and Zaziwe Dlamini-Manaway

'Being Mandela': granddaughters dish on show

Friday 8 February 2013 09:08

The newest reality television show is in some ways like any other: mother and daughters, sibling rivalry, family gossip and talk of Big Grandpa.

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City plans to honour former president Nelson Mandela.

Cape Town declare 2013 year to honour Nelson Mandela

Thursday 31 January 2013 18:06

City of Cape Town Mayor Patricia De Lille has announced the declaration of 2013 as the year in which the City plans to honour former president Nelson Mandela.