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Goodbye Pope: Pontiff hailed as moral icon and voice of the voiceless

Archbishop Philip Anyolo speaking at Christ the King Catholic Church Embakasi on Easter Monday. [Ann Musungu, Standard]

Tributes continue to pour in from around the world following the death of Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday at the age of 88.

As news of his passing spread, leaders from across the globe honoured the pontiff's legacy, praising his unwavering ethical and moral convictions that earned him admiration far beyond the Catholic Church.

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