Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, is being mourned by millions across the world. His legacy as a spiritual leader, human rights advocate, and reformer has prompted tributes from heads of state, religious leaders, and global institutions.Known for his humili
Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died, the Vatican said in a video statement on Monday, ending an often turbulent reign marked by division and tension as he sought to overhaul the hidebound institution.He was 88, and had recently survived a se
The Papal Nuncio to Uganda, Archbishop Luigi Bianco, has officially communicated the death of a prince of the Catholic Church to the Archbishop of Kampala, Paul Ssemwogerere, and to the entire Catholic community in Uganda.In a solemn message, the nuncio relayed that Pope Francis, at exactl
Uganda has joined the global Catholic community in mourning the death of His Holiness Pope Francis, describing him as a unifying and compassionate spiritual leader whose legacy will live on in the hearts of Ugandans.In an official statement on Monday, the Minister of ICT and National Guida
Italy’s top football league, Serie A, has postponed all Easter Monday fixtures in honour of Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88 after battling double pneumonia.The Lega Nazionale Professionisti Serie A announced the decision on Sunday evening, stating that both Serie A and Pri
Kiyinda-Mityana Anglican Bishop James Bukomeko has extended heartfelt condolences to the Roman Catholic Church following the death of Pope Francis, praising the late pontiff as a global spiritual father, peace advocate, and tireless humanitarian.“We have lost a spiritual father. Pope Fra
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has paid tribute to the Pope Francis, describing the late Pontiff as a humble, prayerful, and unifying religious leader who championed the rights of the unborn.Tayebwa, who has met Pope Francis several times at the Vatican, shared some hear
Following the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, just a day after blessing thousands in St. Peter’s Square, the Catholic Church now faces a moment of profound transition.The papal conclave a solemn and secretive gathering of cardinals will soon begin in the Vatican to elect the next
BBC | Pope Francis has remained stable after suffering two episodes of respiratory failure on Monday.In its nightly update, the Vatican said the Pope did not present any further episodes of respiratory failure or bronchospasm."He remained afebrile, always alert, coo
Quincy Jones, the man known simply as "Q," was a huge influence on American music in his work with artists ranging from Count Basie to Frank Sinatra and reshaped pop music in his collaborations with Michael Jackson. Jones died on Sunday at the age of 91, his publicist said. There was
