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June 13, 2013

Mandela's Condition Improves in Hospital Stay 
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In South Africa, Nelson Mandela is reportedly making progress in his
ongoing hospital stay for a recurring lung infection. South African
President Jacob Zuma announced the news, which fell on the 49th
anniversary of Mandela's sentencing to life imprisonment.

South African President Jacob Zuma: "I'm happy to report that Madiba is
responding better to treatment from this morning. We are very happy with
the progress that he is now making following a difficult few days. On
this crucial historical anniversary, our thoughts are with President
Mandela and his family."

 

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