Memorial Service underway

Pretoria – The Memorial Service to honour former President Nelson Mandela is  underway at FNB Stadium in Soweto, Johannesburg.

The masses and dignitaries alike sang the country’s National Anthem, signifying the official start of the programme.

Co-programme director, ANC Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa, welcomed those in attendance, reminding them that even though Mandela’s journey on Earth has come to an end, “ours is just beginning”.

An interfaith prayer service is currently underway. – SAnews.gov.za