Lisbon, Feb. 6 -- The Aga Khan, imam of the Ismaili Muslims and head of a major development aid network, has died in Lisbon at the age of 88, his foundation announced on Wednesday.
He was the founder and president of the Aga Khan Development Network, which employs 96,000 people and finances development programmes.
"His Highness Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, Aga Khan IV,... passed away peacefully in Lisbon on 4 February 2025, aged 88, surrounded by his family," the foundation said. His son Rahim Al-Hussaini was named as the fifth Aga Khan.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Aga Khan IV and said: "His contributions in areas like health, education, rural development and women empowerment will continue to inspire several people." P13
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