Flag at half mast for Mandela.
Via Daily Mail:
The White House has announced that the President and First Lady will be traveling to South Africa next week to pay respects to Nelson Mandela.
Mr Obama and his wife Michelle will be attending memorial events for the fallen South African leader but the specific details of when they will arrive or what events they will be attending have not been disclosed.
The South African government announced that the formal state funeral will take place on December 15, capping off a 10-day mourning period.
The Obamas are just two of a long list of international dignitaries who are expected to attend the memorial services.