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Sunday 24 September 2023 Dublin: 18°C

# Nelson Mandela

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49 years to the day since he was imprisoned, Mandela begins fifth day in hospital
The anti-apartheid leader’s condition continues to be described as “very serious but stable”.
Nelson Mandela's condition unchanged as he faces fourth day in hospital
South Africans are being urged to ‘let go’ of their former leader as his condition remains unchanged.
Nelson Mandela's condition remains the same, serious but stable
It marks the second hospitalisation in as many months for the frail anti-apartheid hero, who will turn 95 in July.
Prayers for Mandela as country urged to 'let him go'
It is the fourth hospital stay since December for Mandela, who turns 95 next month.
Mandela back in hospital in 'serious but stable' condition
It marks the second hospitalisation in as many months for the frail anti-apartheid hero, who will turn 95 in July.
Outraged South Africans condemn Mandela 'exploitation' after photocall
A frail looking Nelson Mandela was visited by president Jacob Zuma yesterday – his first public appearance in nine months.
Nelson Mandela discharged from hospital
The 94-year-old will now receive home-based care.
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Nelson Mandela 'comfortable and responding to treatment'
The former SA president is now breathing without difficulty.
Mandela in 'good spirits' despite hospital stay
The former South African president is receiving treatment for a lung infection.
'The country must not panic, Mandela is fine' - Zuma reassures South Africa
Concerns have been raised about the hospitalisation of South Africa’s anti-apartheid leader and former president Nelson Mandela earlier today.
Mandela back in hospital with recurrent lung infection
It is the second time that the former South African president has been hospitalised this month.
Back to work: Here are the stories you missed over Christmas and New Year
Many of us are returning to work for the first time tomorrow following the festive period. Here is a round-up of the news stories you may have missed. You are welcome.
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Doctors say Mandela has recovered - president
Jacob Zuma said that 94-year-old Mandela has recovered from a surgical procedure and lung infection.
Clinton most admired woman in US for 17th time
First Lady Michelle Obama came second to Clinton.
Mandela 'doing great' says family, denies he was 'sent home to die'
The former South African president was released from hospital earlier this week following a three week stay where he was treated for a lung infection and gallstones.
Nelson Mandela discharged from hospital in South Africa
The 94-year-old former leader was admitted to hospital three weeks ago for treatment for a recurring lung infection.
Mandela responding to treatment for lung infection
The 94-year-old former president of South Africa has had longstanding lung problems.
Nelson Mandela 'comfortable' after night in hospital
The 94-year-old former president, known as ‘Madiba’, was admitted to hospital yesterday for what were described as “normal” tests for a man of his age.
Divided South Africa honours Nelson Mandela’s 94th birthday
The South African statesman had a quiet day at home, while South Africans concentrated on projects for the needy.
The Evening Fix: Wednesday
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Mandela to be feted at Tour de France
The former South Africa president is 94 years old this week.
Woods, Ferguson heap praise on Mandela
Rio Ferdinand and Luke Donald also paid tribute to the ex-South African president.
The Wire star to take up Nelson Mandela role in May
British actor Idris Elba – best known as Stringer Bell in HBO TV series – is to star in Long Walk to Freedom.
Mandela leaves hospital following treatment for stomach complaint
The 93-year-old former South African president was admitted to hospital yesterday.
The Daily Fix: Saturday
Your essential round-up of all the day’s main news and the bits and bobs that you may have missed.
Nelson Mandela admitted to hospital with stomach complaint
The former South African president is reported to be in a stable condition after undergoing surgery.
The Daily Fix: Saturday
Your evening round-up of the day’s biggest stories – plus the bits and pieces you may have missed.
Mandela's daughter owes €5.7m over failed Pacquiao/Mayweather fight
An LA court has reportedly ruled that Zindziswa Mandela must stump up the sum to an American boxing promoter.
The Daily Fix: Friday
In tonight’s Fix: Smacking ban could be on the way; how Ireland looked from abroad in 2011; and the unfortunate power of Twitter…
The Magnificent Seven: Croke Park memories
On a week when American football delegates revealed just how impressed they were on their visit to Croke Park, we look back at some of our favourite memories from Headquarters.
Gallery: The life and times of Nelson Mandela
As the world celebrates Mandela Day, TheJournal.ie takes a look at the South African icon’s incredible life.
Mandela charity ex-chief innocent in 'blood diamond' case
Supermodel Naomi Campbell testified that she gave stones – believed to have come from ex-Liberian President Charles Taylor, who is being tried for war crimes – to the former head of Nelson Mandela’s children’s charity in 1997.
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What you need to know about one of the world’s longest serving leaders.
Nelson Mandela released from hospital
South African fears for Mandela’s health eased when news broke the 92-year-old had been released from hospital and was “well”.
New letters show Nelson Mandela's prison anguish
Publication of new memoirs reveal depths of South African leader’s agony during his incarceration.
Is 'Truth Commission' the way forward for Northern Ireland?
Almost 30 other countries have used one to encourage reconciliation.