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South Africa: Winnie Mandela forced auction flops

An auction to pay off a debt of Nelson Mandela's ex-wife failed to take place because no one would open her home to the sheriff. Full story

South Africa: Mandela name pulled into politics

Nelson Mandela, old and frail, lives in seclusion in his Johannesburg home. Beyond the high walls of the house, the fighting over his image and what he stood for has already begun. Full story

Weinstein showcases Grace Kelly, Mandela flicks

The Weinstein Company's fall slate of awards contenders will feature a glamorous Grace Kelly, a brawny Nelson Mandela and a mysterious J.D. Salinger. Full story

Remembering history on anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s election

   On the 19th anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s election to the presidency in South Africa, Rev. Sharpton remembers how that day felt for South Africans, and the world.

Mandela frail in first images since hospitalization

   The first pictures of Nelson Mandela since his discharge from the hospital after being treated for pnuemonia have just been broadcast on South African television. NBC’s Rohit Kachroo reports.

South Africa's Mandela frail in first TV footage in months

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - Anti-apartheid hero Nelson Mandela made his first television appearance in almost a year on Monday, looking thin and frail in his Johannesburg home where he has been resting after a bout of pneumonia. Full story

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  Mandela discharged from hospital

Nelson Mandela was discharged on Saturday from the hospital where he had been undergoing treatment for pneumonia, South Africa’s presidency said in a statement. NBC’s Ron Allen reports.

  Nelson Mandela discharged from South African hospital

Former South African president Nelson Mandela is at home resting after being discharged from the hospital where he was being treated for a recurring lung infection and pneumonia. NBC's Ron Allen reports.

  Mandela heath improving

Nelson Mandela's heath continues to improve after a restful Sunday with family, according to a statement. NBC's Peter Alexander reports.

  S. Africa officials: Mandela's condition improving

NBC's Keir simmons reports from South Africa and has the latest regarding the health of Nelson Mandela.

  Mandela remains in hospital

Former South African President Nelson Mandela remains in the hospital but is said to be doing better as he fights pneumonia. NBC’s Keir Simmons reports.

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South African artist Blomkamp stands in front of his giant portrait of former South African President Nelson Mandela in his Johannesburg studio
South African artist Blomkamp stands in front of his giant portrait of former South African President Nelson Mandela in his Johannesburg studio

South African artist Paul Blomkamp stands in front of his giant portrait of former South African President Nelson Mandela in his Johannesburg studio, May 23, 2013. Blomkamp painted the 4.2 by 4.2 metre painting on nine separate canvases over 14 month to celebrate Mandela's smile and energy. Mandela

South African artist Blomkamp stands in front of his giant portrait of former South African President Mandela in his Johannesburg studio
South African artist Blomkamp stands in front of his giant portrait of former South African President Mandela in his Johannesburg studio

South African artist Paul Blomkamp stands in front of his giant portrait of former South African President Nelson Mandela in his Johannesburg studio, May 23, 2013. Blomkamp painted the 4.2 by 4.2 metre painting on nine separate canvases over 14 months to celebrate Mandela's smile and energy. Mandela

Members of the media are seen outside the One Military Hospital, which former South African President Mandela was previously admitted, in Pretoria
Members of the media are seen outside the One Military Hospital, which former South African President Mandela was previously admitted, in Pretoria

Members of the media are seen outside the One Military Hospital, which former South African President Nelson Mandela was previously admitted into, in Pretoria March 28, 2013. REUTERS/Siphiwe Sibeko

Visitors pose for photographs in front of a statue of former South African president Mandela in Sandton
Visitors pose for photographs in front of a statue of former South African president Mandela in Sandton

Visitors pose for photographs in front of a statue of former South African president Nelson Mandela in Sandton, Johannesburg March 30, 2013. REUTERS/Mike Hutchings