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Estimated 100,000 see Mandela lying in state

An estimated 100,000 people have seen Nelson Mandela lying in state in Pretoria, according to the South African government. Tens of thousands of mourners were also turned away. His body has now been moved ahead of his funeral on Sunday.

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Mandela's coffin driven through the streets of Pretoria

Military outriders escort the funeral cortege carrying the coffin of former South African President Nelson Mandela. Credit: REUTERS/Siphiwe Sibeko
The body of Nelson Mandela will lie in state for the next three days. Credit: REUTERS/Siphiwe Sibeko
Women chant slogans and dance in the streets of Pretoria. Credit: REUTERS/Thomas Mukoya

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