Former South African president Nelson Mandela (c.) sits with family members (l. to r.) Zaziwe Manaway, Ziphokazi Manaway, Zamaswazi Dlamini, and Zamak Obiri at Mr. Mandela's hometown in Qunu, South Africa, on July 17, the day before his birthday. Center back is Mr. Mandela's daughter, Princess Zenani Dlamini.

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