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.
Historic!! President Obama Meets With Mandela Family!!
President Barack Obama met privately Saturday with the family of Nelson Mandela. The meeting was held in Johannesburg at the Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory, part of the former South African president’s foundation. Hit the jump for more details.
