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The world watched as Nelson Mandela was finally laid to rest in his hometown of Qunu following a dignified and moving funeral ceremony on Sunday.
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Thousands of South Africans lined the streets of Pretoria to get a chance to pay their final respects to Nelson Mandela at the Union Buildings.
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We take a look at some of the high and low points of Mandela's memorial, including Barack Obama's speech, booing crowds and Desmond Tutu's reprimand.
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On the final instalment of M&G Newsroom for 2013, Mandela family spokesperson General Themba Matanzima tells us about Madiba the family man.
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South Africans of all denominations have been gathering to remember Madiba since Friday evening.
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As South Africans come to terms with the loss of former president Nelson Mandela, the rest of the world bids farewell to Madiba.
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As the world mourns Nelson Mandela, we speak to locals in Vilakazi Street, Soweto - Madiba's former home.
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Hundreds of people went to pay their respects at Nelson Mandela's Houghton home with candles and songs soon after the news of his death.
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With memorable photos and audio from Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, Ahmed Kathrada and others, we relive Mandela's extraordinary political journey.
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Despite retiring from politics in 1999, Nelson Mandela continued to have an active public life, remaining a global icon.
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Relive Nelson Mandela's first steps as a free man in a new South Africa, followed by his speech to thousands of supporters at Orlando Stadium two days later.
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Nelson Mandela has been a father figure to many, including the celebrities who couldn't stop hugging him. We round up his famous cuddles.
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In honour of Nelson Mandela's 94th birthday we quizzed some children on what they think the father of the nation did for South Africa.
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Wherever he went, Madiba left an impression. Here is a selection of our readers' special memories of meeting the former statesman.
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The number of places named after Nelson Mandela is staggering --- worldwide his name graces road signs, buildings, stadiums, and more. We take a look at a few.
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Nelson Mandela makes a surprise appearance on stage with Johnny Clegg in Frankfurt in 1999 during the singing of the famous song Asimbonanga.
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In November 2003 Nelson Mandela launched his 46664 campaign with a music concert in Cape Town. The project works to create awareness about HIV/ Aids in Africa.