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Uhuru mourns Pope Francis, hails him as symbol of religious unity

Pope Francis with former President Uhuru Kenyatta on 26th November 2015. [Edward Kiplimo,Standard]

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has joined global leaders and the Catholic faithful in mourning the death of His Holiness Pope Francis, who passed away early Monday morning.

In his message of condolence, the former Head of State described Pope Francis as a remarkable figure who embodied religious unity and tirelessly fostered interfaith harmony.

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