Rest in Peace the DAUGHTER OF THE UNIVERSE The true warrior. Site created and maintained by Nadira Jagan-Brancier for May your sister rest in peace. Former Vice President Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka Professor Wangari Maathai has been our icon nationally, regionally and internationally. It takes creativity and an open mind to write a remarkable comment on someone's picture. The footprints she has left on our continent will bear everlasting witness to posterity that a great lady, A true Pan-African and a lover of nature, walked this earth. ", Jean Chrtien, Prime Minister of Canada, wrote :"Dr. Jagan was a true pioneer in the cause of independence, democracy and social justice for the developing world. It is a deeply distressing and painful loss, not only to the environmental movement globally but also to the social justice movement. Speaking directly to readers, he reiterates the basic idea that anyone with the ambition and ability to take power clearly possesses the exact qualities that will make them apt to mismanage that power. I am always here for you, and I am sending you love and strength during this distressing time. He will be missed for his goodness in life. Environmentalists everywhere are the poorer but the good lord will provide and prosper Wangaris dreams and aspirations. She was a one-of-a-kind team leader. What a great leader he was. Of irreproachable life he was first and foremost a family man. The death of Wangari Maathai, the first African woman to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, means we are all deprived; we have lost an extraordinary activist who showed the skills of leadership and great determination. "He showed by example what can be achieved through honesty, integrity, dedication and commitment.". Please remember that you are not alone as you mourn the death of your sister. It was with great sadness the message was received that Professor Wangari Mathaai had passed away. We are deeply sorry for your loss. May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. Truly sorry for your loss. She was among the first to set the agenda for tree planting and forest protection, and among the first to see and advocate the important connection between the environment and development. May your soul rest in peace and your legacy live on. A president gets diplomatic condolence messages from government quarters, private agencies, and citizens impacted by the presidency. Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi, Chief Minister M K Stalin and several leaders condoled the demise of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav, who died at a private hospital in Gurugram after.
Turkey's main opposition leader sends condolence letter to Syria's World leaders and royalty are paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II after her death at age 96. The world mourns with you and celebrates the extraordinary life of this remarkable woman who devoted her life to peacefully protecting what she called our common home and future.. I can understand your pain, but the soul that is no more with us shall see peace and rest. She will remain standing as tall as Mount Kenya. Please know that your father was a leader held in high regard by everyone. She founded the Green Belt Movement that has planted millions of trees and helped women throughout Africa improve their lives and the futures of their families and their communities. May [Name] memories comfort you. The Caribbean has indeed lost a political stalwart, a leader and a voice for the people of Guyana. RIP! May God rewards you with a peaceful afterlife! Professor Maathai further advanced these objectives through her service in the Kenyan government, the African Union, and the United Nations. I hope you know that you meant the world to him. Lastly, a letter of condolence to the parents of the deceased is always difficult. Thank you. 10.
Ahmed Patel's last tweet was a condolence message for another political He has left a gap too wide to be filled. Condolences to his family!
King Charles III: A condolence speech laced with political undertones The Cheddi Jagan Research Centre located in Georgetown, Guyana. Patel (71) passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020, at a Delhi hospital due to multiple organ failure more than a month after he was tested positive for COVID-19. Caricom Chairman, Lester Bird said in his message that Cheddi Jagan was no "colonial stooge. No man did more to set his country free. (Its a two-party system, after all, and no ones going to vote for a third-party candidate.) But her contributions to her home continent-and to our shared humanity-run far deeper than accolades can reflect. We extend our most sincere condolences to you. On the Corentyne, hundreds of sugar workers attached to the Albion sugar estate, downed tools for the day and marched to the home where the late President was born. A man may die, but his legacy will continue through his deeds. He was a great leader.
Here are some famous presidential condolence letters - ajc This portable projector plays your movies in crisp, high-contrast, 1080p detailno matter where you are. While The Simpsons still stands as the go-to source for pithy, universal responses to life, other pop-culture sources also have useful things to say when we cant find the right words ourselves. Copyright 2023 The Green Belt Movement. "He left us with hope and inspiration." However, some comments will bring joy, whereas others will not. You conquered, yes you did. We will miss a great leader and an example in so many ways. 4. It uses the seven components that should be part of a condolence letter; however, there is no need to follow this template. Ambassador Margit Hellwig-Boette Ambassador of Germany On behalf of the people of Germany, I would like to convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of Wangari Maathai, to the Green Belt Movement and to all Kenyans. Wangari overcame incredible obstacles to devote her life to serviceservice to her children, to her constituents, to the women, and indeed all the people of Kenyaand to the world as a whole. ISTANBUL/ANKARA, Feb 23 (Reuters) - The head of Turkey's main opposition party on Thursday sent a condolence letter to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, whose country was also devastated by the. It also will leave a particularly broad void in the ranks of world class leadership among the English-speaking Caricom Nations ,as well as the rest of the hemisphere. Let the memories of your brother bring you some comfort. No one and nothing can fill the void created by the loss of your dear brother. His memories written down, and reflections refined by deeper thought, would have provided an absolutely unique picture of Guyana and its history in a long and abundantly filled life. Barack Obama, President of the United States, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, 2009 It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Professor Wangari Maathai. 1999 Cheddi Jagan Research Centre. In an earlier exchange in a back room, Mr Maskey brought a smile to the King . Receive my condolences. Message: We are very sorry for the tragic death of Madhavarao Scindia one of our able leaders. As the first recipient of a Nobel Peace prize for her environmental work she helped bring about a new understanding of the inter-connections between environment and peace. ", Director of COHA, Mr. Larry Birns, wrote: The death of Cheddi Jagan is not just a grievous personal loss to myself and my colleagues at the Council on Hemispheric Affairs. The sudden departure of your father is making my heart cry. We cherish and treasure the memories we made while working with your father. Political leaders mourn demise of BJP stalwart Arun Jaitley, pour condolence messages. How to pay KPLC postpaid bill via M-Pesa? Margaret Otieno Chief Executive Officer, Wildlife Clubs of KenyaThe governing council, members and staff of Wildlife Clubs of Kenya (WCK) in the spirit of conservation, pay tribute to a great lady in honour of her care and passion for our environment and concern for the future generations. My condolences, and please know that my thoughts are with friends and family. I was fortunate enough to work closely with Wangari on a number of occasions over the years and every time I met her I was struck by both the force of her personality and the quality of her intellect. From the Office of Nelson Mandela, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, 1993. My sincere condolences. Hon. Its cold comfort to accept that an undesirable election result lies in the accursed alchemy between a largely uninformed, easily manipulated public and an unscrupulous, impenetrable political machine, but at least that absolves disappointed voters who feel guilty that they didnt do more to influence the outcome. I will forever love you. Green Belt Movement, Kenya and Africa have lost an extremely important person, but she will remain in our hearts. Bajaj was not keeping well . Please accept my condolences. If your candidate loses, Stans bitterness is useful for summing up the sour-grapes, it-never-mattered-anyway response. Ian McDonald (Guyanese poet) wrote: "I feel particularly sad the Dr. Jagan did not have at least some time to rest, reflect on the struggles and achievements of a great life, and write down for us and succeeding generations the experiences and lessons of an extraordinary lifetime He deserved a few quiet years in the bosom of his family, his party and the nation. You have my deepest sympathy for your loss. We will miss Mama Miti! I know mourning is not the best way to say goodbye to you, but I dont know how to control myself! 3. We may not understand why he had to leave us so soon, but we pray that God will comfort you and lift you. Cuba paid tribute to Cheddi Jagan by declaring March 7-9, as three official days of mourning for him. But through it all, Wangari Maathai remained, as the title of her autobiography aptly put it, unbowed. We continue to be restless, she wrote in that book, If we really carry the burden, we are driven to action. The news of Shinzo Abe's assassination has prompted messages of shock and condolences from foreign leaders, many of whom worked with Abe during the former Prime Minister's long tenure. May God shower light on your life ahead and guide you through these sad days. The greatest son and patriot that has ever walked this dear land has departed.. President Jagan has left us a proud legacy and has placed our country irreversibly on the road to progress. The chairman, as he was known to us, was a great leader. Senator Amidala (Natalie Portman) reacts with a bitterness that matches Kent Brockman, but she throws in a little extra contempt for everyone dumb enough to clap enthusiastically for their own disenfranchisement. May the love of family and friends comfort you during these difficult days, our/my most heartfelt condolences. Few have done as much as he did to nurture the age-old ties of family and friendship between Guyana and India. With teardrops running down my face, I bid you farewell. Ambassador Joost Reintjes Ambassador of the NetherlandsOn behalf of the people of the Netherlands and all the Dutch organizations who have cooperated with Wangari Maathai, I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family of Mrs. Maathai and the Green Belt Movement. Burns, The SimpsonsWhen Springfield plutocrat Mr. Burns runs for governor, hoping to change environmental law so he can save $56 million by not updating his dangerously broken-down power plant, the Simpson family, as usual, gets in the way. You will be missed, and he will never be forgotten. May your father rest knowing he was a role model to many. We cannot tire or give up. Worthy advice for those who will carry on her work. Dr. Isaac Maragia Assistant Commissioner of Kenya Revenue AuthorityMama Prof. W. Maathai was truly a daughter of Africa who inspired us. 3. He was indeed God sent. The loss of a boss like you is something that can never be recovered. We may earn a commission from links on this page. Tuko.co.ke recently shared 100+ awesome profile pic comments for Facebook. ", The Cuban Federation of Women wrote: "the Cuban people and particularly the women will always remember Cheddi Jagan as an untireable struggler for social justice and independence..". Condolence message on death of a president is written differently compared to condolence message of a friend. I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Wangari Maathai. I know your aunt/uncle was always there for you. She was known throughout the development and human rights community not just for her inspirational eloquence, but for her human warmth. In the end, he breaks down and votes just to go along with the crowd, delivering a final weary objection with this quote. The soldiers/warriors of this country would not have gone far like we have gone if the Profs shoulders were not there to stand on in their environmental soldier program (ESP). Indias Prime Minister, H.D. Be the first to get hottest news from our Editor-in-Chief, Check your email and confirm your subscription. The Indian pacer's father passed away at the age of 74 on February 22 after a prolonged illness in Nagpur. Dropping a comment on someone's picture is a kind gesture, and everyone appreciates it. We shall be remembering her always. Here are some of those messages. Name: Debasis Patnaik, Sydney, Australia. And, she found her true passion as the founder of the Green Belt Movement. Ive said it before and Ill say it again: Democracy simply doesnt work. Kent Brockman, The SimpsonsNewscaster Kent Brockman draws his political conclusions far too broadly after Congress proposes a bill to evacuate Springfield before a comet smashes it, an opportunist adds in a rider for $30 million of taxpayer money to support the perverted arts, and the bill fails. Today we lost a leader, role model and father figure. We were sad to hear the news about your father's passing. It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Professor Wangari Maathai. And that Guyanese and Caribbean People have lost "one of their most outstanding figures. That was why he exhorted us from his hospital bed, "Dont worry, everything will be alright.", Moses Nagamootoo wrote: "That extraordinary light that shone in this country for almost 79 years has been extinguished; that life of epic proportions that graced this land has been eclipsed by sudden illness and death, but his legacy lives on. ", Guyana's Bishop Randolph George wrote: "He was one of natures own noblemen. ", Prime Minister of Barbados, Owen Arthur, remembered him as a "quiet, warn, dignified and charismatic person He was a true champion of Third World Solidarity and development I shall surely miss his wise and sober counsel I will direct that all flags be flown at half-mast in Barbados on the day of his funeral", Grenadas Prime Minister, Dr. Keith Mitchell said: "He showed genuine love for all Caribbean peoples and was the champion for the working class in the country and has been consistently so throughout his entire life. My thoughts are with you. The people of Berbice (the birthplace of Cheddi Jagan) reacted with shock as the news was announced early Thursday morning. Rest in eternal peace. Dr. Jagan can rest comfortably in the secure knowledge that he fulfilled for his country and the region much more than could be expected from a single human being even one as exceptional as he. Never forget, you have friends who love you. It was a speech laced with political undertones but on the surface respectful to both the late Queen and King Charles. It was with great sadness that we learned today of the passing of this exceptional environmental activist. Here are some of those messages. Sorry to hear about the loss. Janet Jagan (former President of Guyana and Cheddi Jagan's wife) said: "I can testify to his goodness, to his honesty and integrity, to the lack of concern for the material things in life, to his remarkable intellect, always seeking answers, always examining all aspects of a matter, always seeking the truth. Forever. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for this unfortunate event. I am sure what she has done for Kenya will remain forever. It may be challenging to find the appropriate condolences for an email, note, or text message. Wangari was a warm and devoted mother and I send my condolences to her family. Check your inbox to be the first to know the hottest news. Saddened by his demise, a number of condolence messages poured-in from. I extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. Here is a look at some great condolence messages for the loss of a great leader or boss. You know what? He changed a lot in this organization. This portable projector plays your movies in crisp, high-contrast, 1080p detailno matter where you are. My most sincere condolences! Our sincere sympathies for the death of your husband. We frequently shared public platforms to advocate for urgent action to stabilise our planets climate, and for measures to protect vulnerable people from the damage caused by the destruction of the worlds priceless environment, in particular its forests. People grieve in different ways, and one way is sharing messages of condolences and celebration of the life of the departed. I am so much broken, but I will pray for your departed soul in every moment of my life. ", Read all the messages sent into "The Dr. Cheddi Jagan Condolence Book" In the category of Latin American presidents, he was as indisputable giant among pygmiesIt is no overstatement to say that Jagan was one of Latin Americas towering figures of the twentieth century, and one of the regions few authentic contemporary democratic figures, both in deed and in exhortation.A philosophical Marxist (as distinct from the Stalinist form, which he came to abhor), he was one of the few world leaders (and maybe the only one) of the political belief that fusing democracy with a distinct public role is a practical basis for policy. We lost a real gem. Dr. Jagan has repeatedly demonstrated this quality and it was this, among others, that endeared him to his people and sustained his popularity among the masses for five decades. Her fight made her a pioneer: the first woman holder of a doctorate in East and Central Africa, and Assistant Minister for Environment of the Kenyan government from 2003 to 2005. on the Internet from March 7 to March 16, 1997 Significantly few people have influenced my life the way you did. on the Internet from March 7 to March 16, 1997, Archive of the Updates on President Jagan's Medical Crisis, Updates From Guyana Following the Death of President Jagan, Funeral procesion in front of Freedom House. That precedent may make this quote seem like a dangerous response to an election, but muttered in the safety of home, or on the Internet, its a concise yet generally applicable response to anything and everything that doesnt seem to be working out. And all the children, that followed for many years would understand, This used to be a hell of a good country. Back in 2006, The A.V. He became the Father of the land. Many people struggle with how to say sorry for their loss professionally. Now you are gone. I don't remember when was the last time I cried this much. Africa has lost one of her most emblematic and captivating figures. In any situation, writing a sympathy note can be challenging. We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family. Professor Maathais tireless efforts earned her not only a Nobel Peace Prize and numerous prestigious awards, but the respect of millions who were inspired by her commitment to conservation, democracy, womens empowerment, the eradication of poverty, and civic engagement. The pioneer role she played in starting off ECOSOCC has brought us where we are today. Gowda wrote: "We in India have always had the highest regard for Dr. Jagan. Sumiko Kito Japan Broadcasting Corp Thank you Dr. Wangari Maathai, people of Japan will not forget you for the encouragements you gave us and many movements you have started in our country. Praying for the deceased soul. And in my own personal experience, I know no other Caribbean leader with whom sharp and wide disagreement could also be the occasion for warm and fraternal embrace. 7. When it emerged that the King would hold an audience with Von der Leyen . Kenya will remember you forever! Rest in peace and know that Kenya will treasure you forever. While others deployed their power and life force to damage, degrade and extract short term profit from the environment, she used hers to stand in their way, mobilize communities and to argue for conservation and sustainable development over destruction. Her tireless commitment to humanity was evident in everything she didfrom planting trees and listening to women in refugee camps to amplifying the voices of the disempowered to leaders and decision makers around the globe.
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Anil Dave: Condolences from political leaders - The Hindu On lookers, lined the more than four-mile route to watch the sombre workers, some carrying black flags. We just lost a vote. Dear Mrs. Corzone, On behalf of Griffith Industries, I would like to offer our sincere sympathies on the death of your husband, Marc. Her understanding of the link between human poverty and the quality of the natural environment undoubtedly influenced a generation of environmentalists and policymakers. This is an example of a condolence letter. Today the pain of losing you is difficult to bear because this world needed you for some more years. Many write an excellent condolence message, but words fail them. On my own behalf, and on behalf of the government and people of Guyana, I extend our deepest sympathies on the death of Professor Wangari Maathai. What he believed he believed with heart and soul. 9. The environment and the defence of Human rights will remain at the heart of the concerns and reflections of Kenya, of Africa and of the international community. His annoyance and confusion at the strange values of our skewed legal system sets a standard for anyone whos been following the increasingly ramped-up aggression and demonization of people with different opinions these days, and just cant understand why its illegal to murder people they disagree with. Charlotte Beauvoisin Director of Uganda Conservation FoundationOur condolences to the late great Professor, her family and conservationists worldwide. His/her absence will always be felt, but your memories will comfort you in times of grief.
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