Though he bowed out of public life last year, 90-year-old Nelson Mandela attended a rally at Ellis Park stadium in Johannesburg ahead of South Africa's general election.
Wearing a T-shirt bearing the picture of the current ANC leader Jacob Zuma, the frail elder statesman was helped to the platform so he could acknowledge the 50,000 supporters chanting his name.
He took a seat next to his ex-wife Winnie - the first time they have appeared publicly together in years.
In a pre-recorded message addressing party divisions the leader told the crowd: "The ANC has the historic responsibility to lead our nation and help build a united, non-racial society. Working together we can do more"
Photo: © PA
Monday April 20, 2009
Previous News In Pictures:
The Louis Vuitton Rome Etoile Maison opens its doors to the public
Kate Moss stars in "Spy Game", Mango's new promotional video
Paris Haute Couture: Versace
Anthea Turner: "How to turn your home into a relaxing winter haven" Part 1
Exclusive: HELLO! goes behind the scenes at the British Fashion Awards
Italian charm brand Dodo opens flagship store in London
Dolce & Gabbana showcase their last D&G Collection at Milan Fashion Week
Cristiano Ronaldo’s girl Irina Shayk becomes a blushing bride as she models Pronovias’ new collection 
Alexa Chung: “ I love partying in New York and Mulberry”
Vera Wang SS12 fashion show
Charlotte Ronson SS12: Western girl meets downtown cool‎ 
David Gandy launches search for the next Martini man 
Jaime Winstone for James Small’s SS12 Collection and Vauxhall
Next season's unstoppable footwear
Kate Winslet: Scenes of a woman
© 2001-2012, HELLO! All rights reserved
Canada
Russia
Greece
Spain
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina