Tag: Archbishop Desmond Tutu
Desmond Tutu exits in rain of tributes
The ceremony, stripped of pomp, started with a hymn and a procession of clerics down the aisle burning incense and…
South Africans line up for Desmond Tutu, body lies in cheapest coffin
Tutu, a 1984 Nobel Peace prize winner widely revered across racial and cultural divides in South Africa for his moral…
The Bidens, Obamas pay tributes to Archbishop Tutu
"On this morning after Christmas, we are heartbroken to learn of the passing of a true servant of God and…
Tutu’s death deeply saddens me: Queen Elizabeth
Archbishop Tutu’s loss will be felt by the people of South Africa, and by so many people in Great Britain,…
Buhari: Desmond Tutu’s death creates a void
In a statement, Buhari condoled President Cyril Ramaphosa, South Africans and the global Christian body, particularly Anglican Communion.
Archbishop of Canterbury eulogises Archbishop Desmond Tutu [Full statement]
Welby on Tutu: It was Jesus’ love we saw in his eyes, Jesus’ compassion we heard in his voice, Jesus’…
Obasanjo mourns Desmond Tutu, recalls his contribution to Nigeria’s debt cancellation
Obasanjo said Desmond Tutu died with his head lifted high; his ministry untainted; and his integrity uncompromised.
Ramaphosa announces death of Archbishop Desmond Tutu
President Ramaphosa released a statement expressing: "on behalf of all South Africans, his profound sadness at the passing today of…
Archbishop Desmond Tutu discharged from hospital
South African anti-apartheid activist, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, has been discharged from hospital after spending about two weeks there, his office…
Desmond Tutu hospitalized for infection
Archbishop Desmond Tutu admitted himself to a Cape Town hospital on Wednesday “for treatment to a recurring infection,” according to…
South Africa’s Tutu leaves hospital after treatment
South African veteran cleric, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, has been discharged from hospital where he received an intravenous course of antibiotics…
Desmond Tutu urges Norwegians to forgive killer, Breivik
Archbishop Desmond Tutu, a key figure in South Africa’s post-apartheid reconciliation, urged Norwegians on Monday to forgive mass murderer Anders…
Archbishop Tutu not invited to Mandela’s burial
South African peace icon Desmond Tutu, openly critical of the government and members of Nelson Mandela’s family, said Saturday he…
Annan warns Africa not to quit ICC
Former UN secretary-general Kofi Annan said Monday it would be a “badge of shame” for Africa if its leaders voted…
Tutu takes UNESCO human rights prize
Archbishop Desmond Tutu was Monday awarded the UNESCO/Bilbao human rights prize for “his exceptional contribution to building a universal culture…
Desmond Tutu wins $1m African Leadership award
Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu has won the “one-off’’ Extraordinary award of Mo Ibrahim Foundation. Mo Ibrahim, the chairman of the…
Bishop Desmond Tutu Withdraws From Public Life
A Nobel Peace Prize winner, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, has announced he is to withdraw from public life. He played a…