South Africa says Mandela’s condition has improved

Former South African president Nelson Mandela looks on as he celebrates his birthday at his house in QunuBy Ed Stoddard JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) – The condition of South Africa's former President Nelson Mandela has improved further, the government said on Sunday, as the 94-year-old anti-apartheid hero spent a fourth day in hospital receiving treatment for pneumonia. "Nelson Mandela had a restful day," South Africa's presidency said in a statement, adding doctors treating him had reported "a further improvement in his condition". "Government is satisfied that the doctors are providing the former president with the best medical care possible to enable his recovery and comfort," the statement said. …