Nelson Mandela, former South African President, has been re-admitted to hospital due to lung infection, Reuters reported.
In a statement South African government said the 94-year-old Mandela was admitted to hospital shortly before midnight Wednesday. The statement did not give any further details. It just said the "best possible expert medical treatment and comfort" is provided to the Nobel Peace Prize winner.
The Daily Mail reported President Jacob Zuma wished Mandela a speedy recovery, referring to him affectionately by his clan name, "Madib."
"We appeal to the people of South Africa and the world to pray for our beloved Madiba and his family and to keep them in their thoughts," he said. "We have full confidence in the medical team and know that they will do everything possible to ensure recovery."
According to Reuters, Mandela was admitted to the hospital earlier this month for a brief period for checkup. He was discharged after three weeks. Mandela has a history of lung problems dating back to when he contracted tuberculosis as a political prisoner.
As he has receded from public life, critics say his ruling African National Congress (ANC) has lost the moral compass he bequeathed it when he stepped down as president in 1999.
Mandela is known for being imprisoned for 27 years for his fight against white rule in Africa and promoting the cause of racial reconciliation.
