Aga Khan, Spiritual Leader and Philanthropist, Dies at 88

The revered Ismaili Muslim leader, known for his global philanthropy and advocacy for tolerance, passed away peacefully in Lisbon surrounded by family.

• Karim Aga Khan IV, the 49th Imam of the Ismaili Muslims and a direct descendant of Prophet Muhammad, died at 88 in Lisbon, Portugal.
• He led the Ismaili community for 67 years, emphasizing liberal Islamic values and fostering global development through the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN).
• The AKDN, active in over 30 countries, focuses on health, education, and economic initiatives, with an annual budget of $1 billion and 96,000 employees.
• Aga Khan balanced immense personal wealth, estimated between $800 million and $13 billion, with significant philanthropic contributions, particularly in Africa and Asia.
• The succession of the spiritual leadership will be determined by his will, with details yet to be announced.

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