Mujica, Uruguay and Latin America
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José ‘Pepe’ Mujica, the former president of Uruguay, has passed away at the age of 89, leaving behind a legacy of social and economic transformation. During his administration, Argentina’s neighbour experienced historic growth,
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Africanews on MSNUruguay bids farewell to beloved former president José "Pepe" MujicaMujica’s passing marks the end of an era in Uruguayan politics, but for many, his legacy of humility, compassion, and service to the marginalized will endure.
The former Uruguayan president, who died on Tuesday, showed the value in world leaders living like their constituents.
The death of former Uruguayan president José 'Pepe' Mujica brought the curtain down on one of the great love stories of Latin America.