Nelson Mandela

Former South African President Nelson Mandela died at the age of 95.

Jacob Zuma announces plans for funeral and national day of prayer and reflection.

Nelson Mandela shared his Nobel Peace Prize with his political rival of the post-apartheid era, the former South African president F.W de Klerk, with whom he was known to have a courteous yet a turbulent relationship.

South Africa praises former president helping showing unity in country using sport and the Springbok jersey

Mandela's unique qualities and achievements put him at the head of 20th century leaders and amongst the greatest ever.

Father of modern South Africa inspired pop musicians all over the world during lifetime struggle against apartheid

Amnesty International pays a moving tribute to Nelson Mandela, whose death will leave a hole around the world.

Morgan Freeman and Idris Elba among the actors to have played the role of the former South African president.

Icon of modern South Africa fondly known as Madiba dies aged 95 in his Johannesburg home.

Former Italy PM's newspaper apologises for 'serious typo'.

Celebrities express their condolences on social media.

A look through some of the best quotes from South Africa's 'greatest son'

South Africa's anti-apartheid figurehead dies at the age of 95 in hospital in Pretoria.

The world reacts to the death of the most famous statesman of our times. Follow it live here.

Mandela's daughters informed of their father's death during royal premiere of film

Iconic South African leader Nelson Mandela, fondly known as Madiba, dies aged 95 in his home in Houghton, Johannesburg.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were attending the Royal Premiere of Mandela: The Long Walk To Freedom.

Barack Obama spoke about Mandela's legacy and influence on the course of history.

President Jacob Zuma announced the death of former South African President Nelson Mandela

David Cameron and Barack Obama join thousands around the world in an outpouring of grief at the passing of Nelson Mandela

South African President Jacob Zuma confirms Nelson Mandela has passed away aged 95.

Idris Elba and Naomie Harris met Prince William and Kate at the UK premiere of the film.

The Duchess wore a £1000 Roland Mouret dress which was slashed to the thigh for the premiere.

Nelson Mandela is said to be on a life support machine at his home in Johannesburg.

Documentary examines how South Africa has changed since Nelson Mandela's release from prison.

Makaziwe Mandela says her father 'teaching us lessons from deathbed'.

Robert Pattinson had kept the title for the last four years.

Time to banish nostalgia for leafy Stellenbosch and begin a 1,200km journey to start a new life in Johannesburg, writes expat Cath Everett.

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar has been awarded India's top civilian accolade.

Instead of the traditional tourist pleasures of Cape Town, Stellenbosch and the Cape Winelands, Cath Everett takes a different route.