Nelson Mandela was laid to rest this morning in Qunu, South Africa. To check out the footage of his funeral services, click below.
(Photos) Final Farewell: Leaders & Celebs Say Their Goodbyes At Nelson Mandela’s Funeral!
Family members, world leaders, celebrities and royalty all attended Nelson Mandela’s funeral to say their last goodbyes. The emotional funeral took place in Mandela’s childhood town of Qunu, South Africa. His coffin sat in front of a crowd of 4,500 people and 95 candles burned on a dais to honor his 95 years of life. To read more, click below.
Nelson Mandela’s Family Advised To Take Him Off Life Support
The family of 94-year-old Nelson Mandela has been advised by his doctors to take him off life support. According to court documents that were released yesterday, Mandela faces “impending death,” and is only able to breathe via machine. Qunu, which is Mandela’s hometown and will be his final resting place. The remains of Mandela’s three deceased children have been moved to Qunu as well. The former president has been battling a lung infection since June 8th. More about the court documents and what the family was told below.
