The Aga Khan IV, who passed away peacefully at 88 years old, was a pivotal figure for Ismaili Muslims and a direct descendant of Prophet Muhammad. Taking on the leadership role at just 20 years old while studying at Harvard, he utilized substantial financial resources to enhance public welfare in developing nations through education and health initiatives. His passing has elicited tributes highlighting his symbol of peace and humanitarian efforts, with hopes for the leadership succession to continue his impactful legacy within a global community of millions.
The Aga Khan poured a material empire built on billions of dollars in tithes into constructing homes, hospitals and schools in developing countries.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described the Aga Khan as 'a symbol of peace, tolerance and compassion in our troubled world.'
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