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Eunice Kennedy Shriver dies at 88 in Massachusetts
Eunice Kennedy Shriver, sister of President John F. Kennedy and Special Olympics founder, died at 88 on August 11, 2009, in Massachusetts. She is seen with Former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela along with Special Olympics South Africa athlete Matsobane Mojapelo during Nelson Mandela's 84th Birthday Celebration in the photo released by the Special Olympics. UPI/Julian Cole/Special Olympics/HO

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Nelson Mandela honored with image on rand
PRETORIA, South Africa, Feb. 11 (UPI) -- South Africa's central bank said it would honor the country's world famous former President Nelson Mandela by putting his image on the country's currency.
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Challenged ANC celebrates 100th anniversary
BLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa, Jan. 7 (UPI) -- The African National Congress, celebrating its 100th anniversary this weekend, has been beset by political infighting and corruption allegations, observers say.
Awards gala kicks off Rights Museum revamp
MEMPHIS, Nov. 13 (UPI) -- The planned renovations of the National Civil Rights Museum mark the next chapter in its life, speakers at the annual Freedom Awards in Memphis said Saturday.
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Cape Verde's Pires wins $5M Ibrahim Prize
LONDON, Oct. 10 (UPI) -- A $5 million prize was awarded to former Cape Verde President Pedro Pires for transforming his small African country into a model of democracy and stability.
Tutu feted despite ANC rift on Dalai Lama
Tutu feted despite ANC rift on Dalai Lama
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, Oct. 7 (UPI) -- Archbishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa celebrated his 80th birthday despite his feud with the government over its refusal to issue a visa to the Dalai Lama.
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“ We are celebrating the life of man who became a symbol and embodiment of hope for African people in particular, and the ANC in general -- a symbol of sacrifice, unity and of liberation, ”
ANC leader praises Mandela on 90th b'day
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“ The Human Factor: Nelson Mandela and the Game that Changed the World, ”
Damon to portray rugby player in film
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“ We know our boys have the ability, strength and determination to be victorious because we are a winning nation, ”
South Africa wins Rugby World Cup final
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“ I look forward to welcoming a young man to the club of retired presidents, ”
Mandela welcomes Blair in South Africa
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“ Some of the leaders of this country and elsewhere in the world started with misdemeanors of all kinds, but as they grew up, they became responsible people who have served our country very well, ”
Mandela reveals past as pig thief
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