Africa has lost one of her most emblematic and captivating figures. My most sincere condolences. 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. Prof. Florida A. Karani Chancellor Maseno UniversityWe thank the Almighty God for the gift of Prof. Wangari Maathai, a principled lady who believed in what she stood for. Our company has lost a hero. We will all miss her. A boss is a leader whether they were governing a small group of people or a huge corporation. My heartfelt condolences. The issue of presidential condolences has come to the forefront in the past week as President Donald Trump incorrectly claimed that his predecessor, former President Barack Obama, failed to write. Here is a look at some great condolence messages for the loss of a great leader or boss. It was with great sadness that we learned today of the passing of this exceptional environmental activist. Rest in Peace the DAUGHTER OF THE UNIVERSE The true warrior. We appeal to the government to honour Prof. Wangari Maathai by renaming Karura Forest to Wangari Maathai Forest. May God bless you and comfort you. May the almighty be with the departeds family. Ambassador Dr. Richard Sezibera Secretary General East African CommunityOn behalf of the East African Community, I offer condolences to Prof. Wangari Maathais family, friends, relatives and all activists involved in the struggle to save our planet. 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). You helped me through your advice, material support and continued appeal to greenbelt members in my constituency, in capturing the North Imenti seat. You accomplished so much and we are proud of you. Hell be missed. Your father's passing has left an immense void he indeed was an outstanding man. I am genuinely sorry to hear of the loss of your father. May God grant peace to the deceased and extend blessings to his family. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. We hope that his family is surrounded by love. 10. You were and will always remain an immense inspiration. You gave the likes of me, Nancy Baraza , a divorcee, a voice. 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. Silas Muriuki Rutere MP North Imenti Constituency under Mazingira Green Party of KenyaYou were a true inspiration to me. ", Prime Minister of Mauritius, Dr. Navinchaandra Ramgoolam, wrote: "He won the hearts and affections of the people of our nation, and will be mourned by millions overseas. UNEPs almost 40 year long history is also one of a shared journey in which Wangari was always with us and ahead of us showing the way. Kenya and the international society have lost a bold and persuasive spokeswoman for the global work on sustainable development and democracy. He went on to say he had "very close bonds of friendship" with Cheddi Jagan. Of course he would have scoffed at such suggestions He would have wanted to work hard to the end. Dont blame me, I voted for Kodos. Homer Simpson, The SimpsonsPerhaps the only upside to landing on the losing side of an election is the ability to claim you knew better all along when things inevitably go to shit. Professor Maathai contributed over many decades to furthering the ideals and objectives of the United Nations. Political leaders mourn demise of BJP stalwart Arun Jaitley, pour condolence messages. Many people struggle with how to say sorry for their loss professionally. There is no Caribbean leader who has been so frequently cheated of office; none who has been so grossly misrepresented, and no one who, in spite of such adversity, was his equal in certainty of purpose and the capacity to go on and on until his time had come to take leave of us. The chairman, as he was known to us, was a great leader. My Grandpa Cheddi, he had a dream that came true in his life. Thank you. Tributes and condolence messages poured in from business and political leaders for former chairman of the Bajaj Group Rahul Bajaj who passed away in Pune on Saturday. His passing leaves a void which will not easily be filled. It is a deeply distressing and painful loss, not only to the environmental movement globally but also to the social justice movement. Environmentalists everywhere are the poorer but the good lord will provide and prosper Wangaris dreams and aspirations. She will remain standing as tall as Mount Kenya. He was a great leader. Former Vice President Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka Professor Wangari Maathai has been our icon nationally, regionally and internationally. 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. Her uncompromising stand in trying to ensure that ECOSOCC was an independent and Civil Society voice within the African Union might have not found favour with some but remains the invaluable legacy she leaves us with, to ponder and nurture. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of such a fantastic person. There are few people who have had such a profound impact on the future direction of humanity than Wangari Maathai. May God give them the peace that you seek. ", Guyana's Bishop Randolph George wrote: "He was one of natures own noblemen. She was a true visionary whose local approach to protecting the environment has so many global applications and possibilities. We extend our most sincere condolences to you. Thank you!! He was a wise leader. NEW DELHI, 25/04/2016: BJP MP Anil Madhav Dave arriving on a bicycle to attend second half of the Budget session of Parliament, following odd even scheme of Delhi government, in New . When her administration floats a massive foreign-aid bill and has it shot down, a White House press correspondent (who happens to be her friend, and eventual husband) takes her to task for meekly pulling punches with the Republican opposition, and asks, Why are Democrats always so bumfuzzled? At first blush, the randomness of her snappish response seems inapplicable to everyday life, but its a good distraction to leave taunters baffled and momentarily stunned. In a message to Charles, Britain's new king, Putin said the queen "rightfully enjoyed the love and respect of her subjects, as well as authority on the world stage", adding: Latest Updates No matter how corrupt, greedy, and heartless our government, our corporations, our media, and our religious and charitable institutions may become, the music will still be wonderful.Kurt Vonnegut,A Man Without A CountryOn the other hand, though, theres Kurt Vonneguts look-on-the-bright-side positivism, probably most appropriate for readers on a pop-culture site. The estranged wife and moral compass of an aircraft magnate and political naf who's been manipulated into running for president, Mary Matthews (Katharine Hepburn) issues this supreme burn to the. No one and nothing can fill the void created by the loss of your dear brother. They illustrate the kind of man, Cheddi Jagan was to his supporters, his peers and to his opponents: The people of Guyana: "He was the Mahatma Gandhi of Guyana." "He left us with hope and inspiration." In the end, he breaks down and votes just to go along with the crowd, delivering a final weary objection with this quote. She always identified with those who are less fortunate, or those experiencing hardship, no matter where they are fromand she translated this into a forceful articulation of the need for those with power to do more. He was sincere and earnest. 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. Her powerful voice calling for a shared and harmonious environment will be missed in the whole world. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Long rest in peace messages need one to reflect on the kind of leader the politician was. Now you are gone. A mother is the most valued being on earth. Her energy and life-long dedication to improve the lives and livelihoods of people will continue to inspire generations of young people around the world. We were saddened to hear of your loss. 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. The director is now with the angels above. Please accept our condolences on the passing of your brother. I salute the memory of an exceptional woman, known for her strength and her noble engagements which are far reaching. The trouble is, many of us don't know what to write or worry that we will hit the wrong note. We will miss her great shining smile and her indomitable spirit but all those she has inspired will keep her vision alive through each small action we take toward a better world. 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. Joseph Munyao Party leader of Democratic Party and former ministerProf, Kenya will miss you but the world will miss you most for your good deeds and the reasons shall ever be with the lord. Your father was a great leader. Dr. Isaac Maragia Assistant Commissioner of Kenya Revenue AuthorityMama Prof. W. Maathai was truly a daughter of Africa who inspired us. Our condolences! My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. When composing a message to express condolences to your bosss family, try and mention how well he worked with his juniors and how helpful he was. My deepest sympathies go out to the family of a fantastic role model. Not only was she the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004, but also the first to receive the prize for her contribution to sustainable development, democracy and peace. She will be remembered as the very friendly and humble person she was, for her intellectual strength and for her strong and genuine conviction and ability to engage people. My deepest sympathies for the loss of your husband. We again appeal to the government to outlaw twigs during demos and celebrations since millions of trees are destroyed. Extending her condolences to the President and members of his family,. Keep faith in God, and he shall pour his love and care on you. Whatever they did to you, please forgive them. We will miss the laughter and warmth your brother brought to work. Her death has left a gaping hole among the ranks of women leaders, but she leaves behind a solid foundation for others to build upon. Get the news that matters from one of the leading news sites in Kenya, Raila Odinga Hosts George Wajackoyah for Breakfast at His Kisumu Residence, Mother's Love Prevails: Chinese Woman Divorces Husband After Refusing To Pay Son's Medical Bills, Woman Hopes Boyfriend Buys Her New Car: My Dad Refused", Clip of Bomet Woman Rep Linet Toto Leading in Praise and Worship Excites Netizens, Kenya This Week: Mudavadi Becomes More Influential in Ruto's Gov't, Other Top Stories, List of top D+ courses in Utalii College to enrol this year. I will forever keep a strong memory of her and of her fight for a greener and ecological planet. 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. All of us loved him, and he will be cherished in our memories forever. She was a team leader. Prof. Nathan Kahara Chairman, Former Mayors International Former Mayors international represented by Prof. Nathan Kahara (Chairman) and Dr. Joe Aketch (Secretary General) send our condolences and also celebrate the life of a very special leader, humanitarian and conservationist. May Lord give you all the strength to bear this challenging time. We shall all miss her. I express my greatest condolences at the news of his sudden death. Your father will be missed. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Her work with the Green Belt Movement in Kenya and as an activist for civil and womens rights in Kenya and beyond received worthy recognition internationally when she was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace in 2004. We shall be remembering her always. 7. But two words sum her up for me; passion and energytraits she showed in all she did. I know how much you loved him. In an earlier exchange in a back room, Mr Maskey brought a smile to the King . We are deeply sorry for your loss. Sad to hear about the loss of a great leader. Your father was a leader, organizer and humanitarian we all loved. God knew you are reassuring, and that is why he has called you up there in heaven to watch your back from above. No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss. A condolence letter is a time-tested way to tell the bereaved that their loved one mattered to you, that you care. He became the Father of the land. READ LATER. If your candidate loses, Stans bitterness is useful for summing up the sour-grapes, it-never-mattered-anyway response. In a real sense, much of the history of this land over the last half a century is what Cheddi Jagan endured, did and achieved. Archbishop Alain Paul Charles Lebeaupin - Apostolic Nuncio to KenyaAs the representative of His Holiness in Kenya, I want to assure the family of Prof. Wangari Maathai of our prayer for her eternal rest and to thank the almighty God for the gift she has been for this country, Africa and all the World. Condolence messages for loss of a great leader The departed Professor was the total embodiment of what most of us would like to be. And it came true and the people all loved him and Prime Minister Modi offered condolences to Umesh and his family by sending a letter . ", Cubas President Fidel Castro said in his message that he was "deeply grieved by the sad news." 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. Madeleine Albright, who in 1997 became the first woman to serve as U.S. secretary of state, died of cancer on Wednesday. Professor, you gave a voice to the voiceless. Our chairman was a fantastic person to have around. What a great leader he was. My country was a close friend of Professor Maathai. He served the Guyanese people with dedication, commitment and integrity. A child's death is a parent's worst nightmare, so sharing your heartfelt sympathies is very meaningful. [Professor Maathai's] leadership and work serves to enlighten us all that alleviation of poverty, sustainable development, preservation of our environment, establishment of truly democratic institutions, and peaceful resolution of conflict are all integral parts of a safe and secure global future. James N. Karume - Former MP GithunguriI was shocked when I heard about what happened to Wangari Maathai. I can understand your pain, but the soul that is no more with us shall see peace and rest. Your pain was the pain of this country, the battle for Africa. Name: Debasis Patnaik, Sydney, Australia. I express my sincere sympathy to the family. She was an inspiration to so many of us, far beyond the African continent. Thinking of you as you celebrate the remarkable life your mother led. ", Dominica Prime Minister, Edison James said: "All of us as Caricom Heads will remember one of the major contributions that Dr. Jagan continued to make and that was to urge all of us as to the need for a Regional Development Fund, later named the Regional Integration Fund something which Dr. Jagan saw as a crucial and indispensable tool in taking this region to a higher level of development. I will keep you close in my thoughts and prayers in the coming weeks as you go through your grieving process. Thinking of you and your family. 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. You will be missed, and he will never be forgotten. He will live on in our memories forever. It is also this constant and untiring engagement which led to her being the first woman from Africa to receive the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004. Sorry to hear about the loss. Let the memories of your brother bring you some comfort. Amina Mohamed Deputy Executive Director UNEPYour commitment, intellect, sense of humor but above all the simple and straightforward manner of relating to all of us will for me be a lesson always on modesty and humility. As the first environmentalist and first African woman to earn the Nobel Peace Prize, Wangari served as a true inspiration to us all. 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. When we lose a loved one here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches us. Along the way, they pick up George Hanson (Jack Nicholson), a friendly, liberal lawyer whos the black sheep of his good Southern family. When she found her government too unresponsive to the issues she championed, she ran for political office, and won. The Cheddi Jagan Research Centre located in Georgetown, Guyana. Hundreds of caring people sent in messages of condolences over the Internet. May God keep her soul in eternal peace. His presence would have been a stabilizing anchor in whatever storms might blow. Rachel A. Arungah Commissioner Public Service Commission of KenyaVice Chairperson, Commissioners and members of the Public service commission join the family and friends of our great daughter, mother and friend in mourning her passing on when there was still too much for her to do. He had another dream, that came true, to bring unity to the land, I express my earnest commiseration to you and your siblings on the demise of your brother, you and your family are in my heart. Of irreproachable life he was first and foremost a family man. Caricom Chairman, Lester Bird said in his message that Cheddi Jagan was no "colonial stooge. No man did more to set his country free. Forever. Marc was a highly respected member of the accounting department for 22 years. God has a beautiful reward for 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. In any situation, writing a sympathy note can be challenging. My condolences, and please know that my thoughts are with friends and family. Condolences from World Leaders and Friends The following tributes from world leaders to Professor Wangari Maathai have been received. In politics, she will be remembered for the role she played in agitating for political reforms that paved the way for the countrys second liberation. I was honored to meet Professor Wangari Maathai in Nairobi just over a year ago, and like millions of others was saddened to learn today of her passing. 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. We cannot tire or give up. Worthy advice for those who will carry on her work. Our sincere sympathies for the death of your husband. The world has lost a powerful force for peace, democracy and women's rights. The passing of Wangari Maathai will be an enormous loss to her family, her extended family including the Green Belt Movement, and to the world she cared so much about. I am always here for you, and I am sending you love and strength during this distressing time. Holding you close in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. She will remain a source of inspiration for all those who, on the African continent and beyond, fight for the same values and the same causes. There has been no one like you. Our collective hearts are heavy with sympathy. Our hearts go out to you. From the Office of Nelson Mandela, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, 1993. For the full statement, click here. He will be missed for his goodness in life. 8. 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. How to pay KPLC postpaid bill via M-Pesa? All of us will carry the torch he lit so many years ago. I am deeply saddened by the death of my remarkable friend Wangari Maathai. Dropping a comment on someone's picture is a kind gesture, and everyone appreciates it. What a boss we have lost. Dr. Achim Steiner UNEP Executive DirectorOn behalf of the United Nation Environment Programme and all our staff, we pay our respect to our leader and inspiration Wangari Maathai. ", The Editorial of the Catholic Standard, March 9, 1997 wrote: "There can be no doubt that Cheddi Jagan is in a class of the great, extraordinary inimitable figures that the twentieth century has produced One only has to examine the career of this brilliant humanist and the picture of who he truly was, not only gets clearer but more fascinating Few people around the globe have matched this astonishing energy and indomitable spirit He did not come within the category of temperamental, impatient, nervously aggressive chauvinistic politicians He avoided vindictiveness and malice in his relations with all people He not only avoided the temptations which power brings but also avoided its corruption of wealth", Manzoor Nadir, Leader of the United Force wrote: "None can deny that Dr. Jagan is the Father of the State of Guyana While we held different political beliefs we count ourselves fortunate to have lived, worked and struggled in Guyana with him during this era", Feroze Mohamed, Guyana's Minister of Home Affairs said: "Once in a while, history provides a people with a leader who is truly outstanding, Dr. Cheddi Jagan was such a leader. May you rest in peace and always feel our love and respect. Our thoughts are with you. We just lost a vote. 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. Hon. Many write an excellent condolence message, but words fail them. With love and friendship. We lost a real gem. She was a true African heroine. You have left a legacy for us to protect and preserve Mother Nature for the future generations. 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. Message: Heart felt condolences on the death of our leader. When it emerged that the King would hold an audience with Von der Leyen . East Africa has lost an individual whose worth is immeasurable.