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Nelson Mandela placed On Life Support

An Australian politician apologized today to South Africa’s high commissioner for incorrectly announcing that Nelson Mandela had dlied, The Globe and Mail reported today.

Australia&#39’s Resources Minister Gary Gray acknowledged he wrongly told guests attending a Minerals Council of Australia dinner at Parliament House on Wednesday thatthe anti-apatheid leader was dead.

“I apologize unreservedly and am deeply sorry to have relayed what I thought was reliable advice,” Gray said in a statement. –theglobeatndmail.com

* Nelson Mandela on Life Support

Nelson Mandela has been placed on life support, CNN reported.

The former South African President’s health remained critical for the fourth consecutive day as tribal lLeadersreportedly were warned to prepare for his death.

According to Sky News’ chief correspondent in South Africa, multiple sources confirmed that Mandela is no longer able to breath unassisted.

He has been undergoing treatmentoincluding renal dialysis, atthe Mediclinic Heart Hospital in Pretoria since June 8.

According to Reuters, South African President Jacob Zuma was scheduled to travel to Mozambique today, however; he cancelled that trip to visit Nelson Madela atthe hospital.

“All I pray for as a daughter is thatthe transition is smooth. He is at peace with himself. He has given so much tothe world. I believe he is at peace,” Makaziwe said. – huffingtonpost.com / Picture: huffingtonpost.com

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