Pretoria – President Jacob Zuma has arrived at the Medi-Clinic Heart Hospital in Pretoria where he will wish former President Nelson Mandela a happy birthday in person.
Madiba, who is celebrating his 95th birthday today, was admitted to the hospital on 8 June for a recurring lung infection. The nation has been praying for his recovery.
His birthday has been declared International Mandela Day.
The President and Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula stood outside the hospital, with their hands over their hearts as the National Anthem was played by the SANDF marching band.
They then played the “Happy Birthday” song to the cheers of the hundreds of people who had gathered to also wish the former statesman a happy birthday.
He then walked into the hospital to visit Madiba at his hospital bed.
Earlier today, the Presidency said that Madiba’s doctors have said that his health was steadily improving.
Hundreds of people from across the country have been dropping off flowers and cards for Madiba at the hospital. – SAnews.gov.za
