Mandela Village Prepares Final Farewell to Favorite Son

Qunu, in Eastern Cape Province is preparing to lay to rest its favorite son, former president Nelson Mandela, who died last week at the age of 95.  Despite the heavy rain in recent days, authorities say they will be ready for the state funeral.   Security is tight around the Mandela compound.  Attendance to Sunday's event will be open to only a few thousand people, mostly family and friends, along with some African leaders.   Journalists from around the world...

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