Africa Institute Mourns Passing of Pope Francis, Calls for Leaders to Emulate His Legacy
The Africa Institute on Governance and Security has issued a statement mourning the passing of Pope Francis, describing him as a transformative figure who profoundly influenced global governance, social justice, and peace.
According to Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, Governance Specialist and Security Strategist, Pope Francis’s leadership was marked by compassion, humility, and integrity, and his advocacy for the poor and marginalized was encapsulated in the principle of a “poor church for the poor.”
The Institute noted that Pope Francis’s vocal criticism of imperialism, colonialism, and exploitation resonated with efforts to address poverty and instability in Africa. His visits to the continent, engaging with communities in slums and conflict zones, underscored his dedication to reconciliation and hope.
The Africa Institute is calling on leaders globally to emulate Pope Francis’s example, striving for transparent, accountable, and inclusive systems that protect the rights of all, especially the marginalized, and work towards peace through dialogue.
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Statement -Pope Francis from the Africa Institute on Governance and Security
The Africa Institute on Governance and Security deeply mourns the passing of Pope Francis, recognizing him as a transformative figure whose leadership profoundly influenced global governance, social justice, and peace. His advocacy for the poor and marginalized, encapsulated in the principle of a “poor church for the poor,” highlighted his commitment to serving the most vulnerable. In Africa, his vocal criticism of imperialism, colonialism, and exploitation called for economic systems prioritizing human dignity, resonating with efforts to address poverty and instability. His visits to the continent, engaging with communities in slums and conflict zones, underscored his dedication to reconciliation and hope, inspiring many towards a more just society.
As we reflect on his legacy, Pope Francis’s servant leadership—marked by compassion, humility, and integrity—serves as a guiding light for governance and security. We call upon leaders globally to emulate his example, striving for transparent, accountable, and inclusive systems that protect the rights of all, especially the marginalized, and work towards peace through dialogue. In honoring his legacy, let us commit to a world where every person can live with dignity and security.
Rest in peace, Holy Father; your light will continue to guide us.
Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah
Governance Specialist and Security Strategist
