Former President Mandela goes home
26 February 2012
Former President Nelson Mandela has been discharged from hospital following his admission yesterday, Saturday 25 February.
The doctors have decided to send him home as the diagnostic procedure he underwent did not indicate anything seriously wrong with him.
President Zuma thanks the public for the good wishes and support.
Enquiries: Mac Maharaj on 079 879 3203 or Harold Maloka on 082 847 9799.
Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria
Former President Mandela doing well
26 February 2012
Former President Nelson Mandela had a good night's rest and is making good progress in hospital since his admission yesterday, Saturday 25 February.
"He is surrounded by his family and is relaxed and comfortable. The doctors are happy with the progress he is making. We thank all South Africans for their love and support of Madiba. We also thank all for affording Madiba and his family privacy and dignity," said President Zuma.
President Mandela underwent a diagnostic procedure yesterday to determine the cause of his longstanding abdominal complaint. "The doctors have assured us that there is nothing to worry about and that Madiba is in good health", said President Zuma.
Former President Mandela in a satisfactory condition
25 February 2012
President Jacob Zuma wishes to advise that former President Nelson Mandela is in a satisfactory condition in hospital and is comfortable.
The former president was admitted to hospital this morning, 25 February 2012 for a planned procedure to investigate the causes of a long-standing abdominal complaint.
"Madiba is fine and fully conscious and the doctors are satisfied with his condition, which they say is consistent with his age. He was in good health before admission in hospital but doctors felt the complaint needed a thorough investigation. He underwent a diagnostic procedure as part of his ongoing medical management. We are happy that he is not in any danger and thank the doctors for their hard work and professionalism.
He is receiving good medical care and is expected to be discharged from hospital either tomorrow or Monday," President Zuma said.
Members of the public can send messages to Madiba through President Zuma to [email protected].
We reiterate the request for the privacy of Madiba and his family to be respected.
Statements issued by Mac Maharaj, The Presidency, February 25 - 26 2012
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