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Mandela’s Condition Improves in Hospital Stay

HeadlineJun 13, 2013

In South Africa, Nelson Mandela is reportedly making progress in his ongoing hospital stay for a recurring lung infection. South African President Jacob Zuma announced the news, which fell on the 49th anniversary of Mandela’s sentencing to life imprisonment.

South African President Jacob Zuma: “I’m happy to report that Madiba is responding better to treatment from this morning. We are very happy with the progress that he is now making following a difficult few days. On this crucial historical anniversary, our thoughts are with President Mandela and his family.”

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