Tuesday, December 10, 2013

MANDELA'S MEMORIAL UNDERWAY IN JOHANNESBURG

Tens of thousands of every colour flood the NFB stadium where a memorial interfaith service is being held for Nelson Mandela.
Groups of people despite the heavy down pour of rain have been trooping in to partake in this historic occassion. They continue to sing,chant and dance to celebrate the life of this great African Icon who died last thursday.
Over 91 head of states and former presidents including President Obama,George Bush, Bill Clinton and Jimmy Charter. Other prominent figures include UN Secretary-General Ban kimoon and his predecessor, Kofi Annan, David Cameroon of Briton and Raul Castro. The gathering has brought together politicians, religious leaders, entertainers and several others.
More than 11 thousand security personnel both local and international comprising of snippers and canines have been deployed to the stadium to beef-up security.
Afther today's memorial service,he will be liad in state for public viewing then he will be taken to Qunu his land of birth for his final rest.

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