Mood darkens in South Africa as Nelson Mandela 's condition remains critical . The Associated Press contributed to this report. However , what was hoped to be a short stint has stretched into its 19th day , the longest period of hospitalization ever for a man known not for his physical strength but personal fortitude . Media has gathered since announcement Sunday that condition had worsened . Headlines in local newspapers suggest struggle may be coming to an end .
Mood darkens in South Africa as Nelson Mandela 's condition remains critical . The Associated Press contributed to this report. Media has gathered since announcement Sunday that condition had worsened . Headlines in local newspapers suggest struggle may be coming to an end .