(This story was originally published on April 1, 2013)
As reported earlier this week, the world stood still as Nelson Mandela, the former South African president, was once again hospitalized due to pneumonia. Today, reports indicate that Mandela is comfortable and able to breathe without problems as he continues to respond to heavy treatments.
Throughout the week, media, bloggers and his followers have reflected on all of his accomplishments during his reign from 1994-1999.
Check out our list of other great African American men, whose contributions to black America have changed our history for the better. –ruthie hawkins
