Nelson Mandela in hospital

[James]

Former President Nelson Mandela is in a "serious but stable" condition after being admitted to a Pretoria hospital early on Saturday morning due to a recurring lung infection, the Presidency said.

"This morning at about 1.30am his condition deteriorated and he was transferred to a Pretoria hospital," spokesman Mac Maharaj said in a statement.

"He remains in a serious but stable condition."

Maharaj...read more here: Nelson Mandela in hospital

 

[McT]

Oh dear. Praying for you Madiba.

 

[Fivel]

This time of year is tough for anyone with respiratory issues, hope Madiba recovers quickly.