South African police prepare for Mandela ceremony
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — A police spokesman in South Africa says that "thousands" of police officers will be on hand for a ceremony honoring Nelson Mandela in a Soweto soccer stadium. Lt. Gen. Solomon Makgale said Monday officers would "make sure people are able to grieve in a safe environment. " Makgale said South African police, diplomats and intelligence services had been in touch with foreign delegations to protect visiting heads of state, including U. S. President Barack Obama. More than...
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