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Nelson Mandela to remain at birthplace indefinitely

Nelson Mandela, the former South African president, is to remain at his birthplace, his rural home in the Eastern Cape indefinitely, his family have confirmed.

The 93-year-old flew to Qunu ahead of his birthday last week along with his wife Graca and a phalanx of doctors and staff.

His family have confirmed that he asked to remain there and will not now return to his home in Houghton, Johannesburg as was expected....

Read entire article at Telegraph (UK)