10 December was the official memorial services which was held at FNB stadium, Soweto. Crowds were in festive mood despite rain. Tens of people gathered at FNB stadiun to honour Madima. President Zuma was booed by the crowd!!! People showed displeasure in front of International guest. The behaviour showed lack of discipline and respect towards our president. It was blatant for the crowd to react like that, Zuma was booed throughout the session especially when his image was displayed. The tables have turned; people applaud former president Thabo Mbeki than Zuma.
I was not surprised, Zuma have done bad things this year and have not answered any of them- issues like E-tolls and Nkandla upgrade. Which side were you taking, booed Zuma or you were discipline? What I know is that respect is earned and it was not a right place to show dissatisfaction.
''I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he conquers that fear''- Nelson Mandela.
Outstanding performance, should I say speech. The man who stole the show with capability and ability to do so as he payed tribute to Madiba. US President Barack Obama. Obama received the loudest welcome!!! Shortly after he finished his prudent speech, some mourners began to leave. We do love Obama fever right? ''South Africa, the world thank you for sharing Mandela with us'', said Obama. A great speaker and vocal as well, Mr Obama made it clear than Madiba inspires him to be a better man. It's a singular honour to be here today, to celebrate a life like no other, stated Barack Obama. ''I recall Madiba introducing his jailers as honoured guests at his inauguration'', continued Obama.
Updates: Mandela's body to be transported in procession to Union Buildings on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Mandela's body to lie in the state at the Union Buildings Amphitheatre. Members of the public must be accredited to pay respect to Mandela at Union Buildings. But, no photographs or video footage will be allowed during lying in state. Visuals of Mandela lying in state to be broadcast around the world.
''From today where Nelson Mandela's body will be lying at Amphitheatre; it will be called Nelson Mandela's Amphitheatre'', said President Jacob Zuma.
Quotes
''We learned so much from him, that's why we can learn so much from him still''-Obama
''The word Ubuntu encapsulates Mandela's greatest gift''- Barack Obama
''Nelson Mandela not only changed laws, but changed hearts''-Obama
''Being in his presence was like sitting with grace and majesty at the same time. He will always be my hero''- Oprah Winfrey
''One of the greatest men who ever lived. We will never forget the things this man has taught us''-Pop singer Rihanna
See you at Union Buildings today... I will be there.
Yours Sincerely Nelly Portia
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