Govt directs flags to fly at half mast in honour of Mandela
The Vice-President, Mr Kwesi Amissah-Arthur, has directed that all flags in the country should fly at half mast from now until Sunday, December 15, 2013 when Nelson Mandela will be laid to rest.
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A statement issued by the Office of the Vice-President said the decision was a mark of respect and in honour of the Madiba.
It described Mandela as an epitome of forgiveness and healing, adding that he was an amazing and remarkable icon in the struggle for the liberation of his people and the continent.
“He will be remembered for his humility, sacrifice and service to humanity,” the statement said.
It described Mandela’s death as the end of an era, “an era of freedom fighters like Dr Kwame Nkrumah, Jomo Kenyetta and Julius Nyerere”.
It noted that from the start of Mandela’s fight for the freedom of Blacks in South Africa through his 27 years in prison to his Presidency of a free democratic, non-racial South Africa, he showed a deep commitment to the ideals of justice, fairness and equality.
“He was an inspiration to the world, as he served his nation and continent well,” it added.
Meanwhile, many church services yesterday were dedicated to the memory of Mandela, as Christians across the country offered prayers to God for his safe passage to eternity.
