Nelson Mandela

Nelson Mandela book of condolence now in Central Library

Plymouth City Council’s book of condolence for Nelson Mandela has been moved to Plymouth Central Library at the bottom of North Hill.

Members of the public are invited to sign the book in the lending section on the ground floor, which is open from 9am to 7pm on Mondays and Fridays, 9am to 5.30pm on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and 9am to 5pm on Saturdays.

There is also a...

Nelson Mandela dies at the age of 95

Nelson Mandela has died, South Africa's president Jacob Zuma announced tonight.

In a statement on South African national TV, Mr Zuma said Mr Mandela, who was 95, had "departed" and was at peace.

"Our nation has lost its greatest son," Mr Zuma said. He said Mr Mandela, who preached reconciliation despite being imprisoned for 27 years, will receive a full state funeral.

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Mandela 'steadily improving' as his 95th birthday is celebrated

As the South African nation celebrates Nelson Mandela's 95th birthday today, President Jacob Zuma has paid tribute to the former president whose health is "steadily improving", according to doctors.

Mandela, or 'Madiba' (his Xhosa clan name) as he is affectionately known by South Africans, remains in hospital undergoing care and treatment for a recurring lung infection. His condition...