Africa

Dignitaries attend grand party for Mandela’s 90th
QUNU, South Africa _ Songs, laughter, teasing and tender words marked Nelson Mandela’s 90th birthday celebration Saturday as presidents, village elders and African royalty joined him for a festive luncheon on his rural homestead.  
 
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