Last year, South Africa launched a new batch of banknotes with a picture of a smiling Mandela on the front, a testament to his iconic status.

CNN: Mandela 'responding positively' to treatment in hospital

Last year, South Africa launched a new batch of banknotes with a picture of a smiling Mandela on the front, a testament to his iconic status in the nation.

CNN: Nelson Mandela back in hospital with lung infection