ARTICLES RELATING TO NELSON MANDELA

First look: Mandela movie poster

2013-05-20 13:11

The first teaser poster for the long-awaited Nelson Mandela biographical film, Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom, has been unveiled at the Cannes Film Festival.

Mandela 'wanted daughters to back off'

2013-05-17 09:11
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Former president Nelson Mandela didn't want his children to be involved in the management of his money and artworks, according to a report.

Huge Mandela portrait to mark 95th bday

2013-05-16 14:42

To mark Nelson Mandela's 95th birthday in July, the largest ever portrait of the former president by South African artist Paul Blomkamp is up for sale at R2.75m.

OR Tambo, Walmart to stock Mandela wines

2013-05-07 16:55

The Mandela family's wine entrepreneurs, who plan to donate some profits to charity, believe their wine venture is part of their heritage, a report states.

ANC denies using Mandela

2013-05-05 13:57
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The ANC has rejected claims it used footage of a visit to former president Nelson Mandela to ingratiate itself with the public.

YCLSA supports ANC visit to Mandela

2013-04-30 16:24

The Young Communist League of SA says it supports the ANC's visit to former president Nelson Mandela.

ANC: The world needed to see Mandela

2013-04-30 09:01
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Showing images of a frail Nelson Mandela was the right thing to do as the world needed to see him and those complaining about the images are “eating sour grapes”, says the ANC.

ANC, SABC face backlash after Mandela 'exclusive'

2013-04-29 22:30
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Social media commentators have rounded on the ANC and the SABC after new footage of Nelson Mandela was released showing a clearly ailing former president, despite the party's earlier assurances to the contrary.

Footage belies Mandela assurances

2013-04-29 19:16
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President Jacob Zuma has said he found Nelson Mandela "in good shape" but a video of his encounter with the ailing former president belies those cheery words, showing him with a vacant look on his face.

Mandela in good health, ANC assures SA

2013-04-29 15:56

Nelson Mandela is in good health after his recent hospital stay, the African National Congress says, after President Jacob Zuma visited the former president.

Mandela family rakes in millions - report

2013-04-29 09:23
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Former president Nelson Mandela's children and grandchildren are currently active in more than 110 companies, with their wealth held in a network of at least 24 trusts, according to a report.

Bizos takes on Mandela daughters

2013-04-25 08:05
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George Bizos, SC, has indicated his intention to challenge former president Nelson Mandela's daughters to prove their allegations of improper conduct against him.

Mandla Mandela steers clear of Bizos saga

2013-04-18 18:32

The family of Nelson Mandela is seeking to present a united front, in a dispute with long-time associates of the former president over control of two companies, but grandson Mandla continues to steer clear.

Mandela family, Bizos rift deepens

2013-04-17 16:17
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A granddaughter of Nelson Mandela has harshly criticised George Bizos, in an escalation of a dispute over funds linked to two companies connected to the former president.

Family peddling Mandela birthday bashes

2013-04-14 15:41

Relatives are said to be peddling "Nelson Mandela birthday celebrations" in various cities, with UK soccer and a $1m boxing tournament in Monaco on the menu.

Bizos to oppose Mandela family claims

2013-04-10 22:18
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A legal attempt to push advocate George Bizos SC, Cabinet Minister Tokyo Sexwale and attorney Bally Chuene out of companies connected to former president Nelson Mandela will be opposed.

Presidency hits back at Jansen claim

2013-04-09 16:25
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The presidency has hit back at Free State University rector Jonathan Jansen for claiming it had been lying about former president Nelson Mandela's health.

Gist of talk completely ignored - Jansen

2013-04-08 17:07

Professor Jonathan Jansen says his talk devoted to extolling Nelson Mandela's leadership was completely ignored and reports of him saying he wishes Mandela would die are a complete misrepresentation.

Leave Madiba to die in peace - Jansen

2013-04-08 07:56
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Respected academic Jonathan Jansen has reportedly told shocked students that he wished former president Nelson Mandela could be left alone to die in peace.

SA gives thanks for Mandela's health

2013-04-07 13:35

South African worshippers have given thanks in Sunday prayers for improvement in Mandela's health.

Congratulations as Balloon Man lands

2013-04-06 14:34

The navy has sounded four fog horns and congratulations have poured in after Matt Silver-Vallance landed safely in Cape Town following his flight from Robben Island using helium balloons.

Balloon Run attempt lifts off

2013-04-06 12:02

A man has lifted off in his attempt to float from Robben Island to Cape Town using nearly 200 helium balloons to raise money for charity.

Balloon Run preparations under way

2013-04-06 08:44

Despite foggy conditions, 200 helium balloons are being inflated ahead of a man's bid to float from Robben Island to Cape Town to raise money for charity.

Mandela is 'fine, getting better'

2013-04-05 09:14

Nelson Mandela's wife Graca Machel says the 94-year-old former president is "fine" and his health is improving after he was hospitalised more than a week ago for pneumonia.

Nelson Mandela's condition unchanged

2013-04-04 11:41

Former president Nelson Mandela remains under doctor's care in hospital for pneumonia, the presidency says.

 

Mandela's daughters sue their father

2013-05-20 10:33
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Nelson Mandela's daughters are suing him for the rights to his artworks and control of his millions, according to a report.

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Family make moves on Mandela's money

2013-05-17 08:55

Court papers have revealed former President Nelson Mandela has scolded his children for meddling in his affairs. Watch.

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Retiring 'Islander' talks of eerie silence

2013-05-12 16:18

The longest serving "Islander" at Robben Island, former prison guard Jan Moolman, has retired after half a century of service.

Madiba trademark battle set to hot up

2013-05-05 17:49

Relatives of global icon Nelson Mandela are poised for a head-to-head with the foundation that bears his name over the Mandela brand, according to a report.

Mandela vs Zuma

2013-05-03 08:45

Excerpt from William Gumede's introduction to Nelson Mandela's No Easy Way to Freedom.

Outrage over televised Mandela visit

2013-04-30 14:26
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The release of footage, showing a frail and distant Nelson Mandela being visited at home by ANC leaders after his latest health scare, has been met by anger rather than enthusiasm.

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Frail Nelson Mandela footage

2013-04-30 08:40

The first images of ex-president Nelson Mandela in almost nine months have been revealed. Watch the controversial footage.

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Twitter users condemn Mandela footage

2013-04-29 19:57
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Twitter users have condemned the footage of former president Nelson Mandela shown on SABC.

First images of Mandela in nearly 9 months

2013-04-29 18:52

The first images of ex-president Nelson Mandela in almost nine months have been revealed.

Battle over Mandela brand

2013-04-29 10:55

Relatives of Nelson Mandela have over the past year established companies directly trading under his name, which is one of the most valuable personal global brands, according to a report.

SA missions 'would be peaceful under Cope'

2013-04-27 17:00

SA would actively participate in peace mission and not war if it was under the rule of the Congress of the People, its leader Mosioua Lekota says.

New York launches Mandela art event

2013-04-19 10:25

The public is invited to share their own inspirational quotes at a Times Square event in New York tied to a video installation of Nelson Mandela's speeches.

DA Suzman, Mandela pamphlet angers ANC

2013-04-18 11:01
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A DA pamphlet showing former president Nelson Mandela and activist Helen Suzman embracing has angered the ANC, which says it is a "cynical and opportunistic exercise in propaganda".

Mandela doing well - wife

2013-04-15 12:00

Nelson Mandela is recovering well at home after being released from hospital earlier this month, his wife Graça Machel says.

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Trevor Noah does Mandela on Aus TV

2013-04-12 09:16

South African comedian Trevor Noah, who's been striking up fame overseas, took some time to do his famous Nelson Mandela impersonation on the Australian news network ABC News.

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Mandela family wants Bizos out

2013-04-10 07:57
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Former president Nelson Mandela's children have launched a court bid to remove advocate George Bizos and others as directors of two of his companies.

Good riddance to Thatcher - Pallo Jordan

2013-04-09 10:02
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Former cabinet minister Pallo Jordan has reportedly welcomed the death of former British PM Margaret Thatcher, saying she was a staunch supporter of the apartheid regime.

Mandela story distorted - Jansen

2013-04-08 10:19

Academic Jonathan Jansen has dismissed a report quoting him as saying he wished former president Nelson Mandela would die, saying he truly wishes Mandela would live forever.

Mandela stone garden growing

2013-04-07 17:08

The Houghton home where former president Nelson Mandela is recovering, is being decorated by ever-growing piles of stones from well-wishers.

Nelson Mandela discharged from hospital

2013-04-06 14:48
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Former president Nelson Mandela has been discharged after spending nine days in hospital for treatment for pneumonia, the presidency says.

Balloon Run daredevil lands safely

2013-04-06 13:23

A man has landed safely off Sunset Beach in Cape Town after floating from Robben Island using about 200 helium balloons to raise funds for charity.

Fog delays Robben Island Balloon Run

2013-04-06 09:53

Foggy conditions in Cape Town are delaying a man's attempt to float from Robben Island to the mainland using 200 helium balloons in order to raise funds for charity.

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Mandela family thanks nation for support

2013-04-05 09:32

Former President Nelson Mandela's wife Graca Machel told the SABC that the family is humbled by the support it has received from South Africans and people around the world. Watch.

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Zuma: Mandela is much better

2013-04-04 16:19

President Jacob Zuma has visited Nelson Mandela in hospital, and says the former president "is responding well to treatment and that he is much better".

ANC criticises Mandela obituary ad

2013-04-03 20:29
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Mistakenly advertising an obituary of former president Nelson Mandela on pay television DStv was insensitive, the ANC says.

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