Nelson Mandela critically ill.

Nelson Mandela is in Critical Condition in hospital  

Nelson Mandela is fighting for his life after a sudden deterioration in his health.

The 94-year-old former South African president was said to be 'critically ill' after being admitted to hospital for treatment for a recurrent lung infection this was announced by the South African Presidency.

In a statement, Jacob Zuma said Mandela’s doctors were “doing everything possible to get his condition to improve”

“He is in good hands”, said Mr Zuma.

Despite previous claims that Mandela's health had been improving after battling a recurring lung infection, it emerged that no much improvement has been recorded.


Mandela recently underwent two procedures at Pretoria Hospital, one to repair a bleeding ulcer and another to insert a tube into his body.

meanwhile Mr Zuma appealed for prayers for Mandela and his medical team. Last night his two grand daughters, Swati Dlamini and Zaziwe Dlamini-Manaway, wrote on their Twitter page: "Let us never forget to pray. God lives. He is near. He is real. He is not only aware of us but cares for us."