Recurrent lung problem puts Mandela back in hospital
Former South African president Nelson Mandela has been readmitted to hospital with a recurrent lung infection.
The 94-year-old was hospitalised just before midnight last night.
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The 94-year-old was hospitalised just before midnight last night.
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