[AFRI-Discuss] AFRALO just lost a leader!!!

[Barrack Otieno]

Greetings Chair,

This is sad news. I had to counter check if it is the same Oliviet who was
vibrant at the Africa Engagement Forum. May his soul rest in peace.

Regards

On Fri, 20 Oct 2023 at 11:51, Rabie Bouyahiaoui via AFRI-Discuss <
afri-discuss at atlarge-lists.icann.org> wrote:

> Dear  AFRALO  members & African nation,
>
> It is with a heavy heart that we offer our deepest condolences on the loss
> of our  esteemed African leader Olivier Kouami .
> This is a moment of great sadness, not only for your nation but for the
> entire continent.
> We share in your grief and stand in solidarity with you during this
> difficult time.
> The passing of a leader is a tremendous loss, as his vision, dedication,
> and commitment have shaped the destiny of our  nation and played a
> significant role in the progress and development of internet  governance in
> Africa as a whole.
> Olivier Kouami leadership and service have left an indelible mark on the
> hearts and minds of the people they served.
> We recognize and appreciate the contributions and achievements of your
> late leader,
> who tirelessly worked towards the betterment of his country and the
> well-being of his  citizens.
>  Olivier  legacy will continue to inspire future generations to work
> towards unity, progress, and prosperity.
>
> As the African continent mourns the loss of this remarkable leader, may we
> draw inspiration from his life and work as we collectively strive to build
> a better future for Africa.
>
> Please accept our heartfelt condolences once again, and know that our
> thoughts and prayers are with you during this challenging period.
>
> With deepest sympathy,
>
> Rabie Bouyahiaoui
> IT expert
>
>
> Le ven. 20 oct. 2023 à 9:51 AM, Adebunmi Akinbo via AFRI-Discuss <
> afri-discuss at atlarge-lists.icann.org> a écrit :
>
>> Dear Chair,
>> Our condolences to the family and the African Internet Community.
>>  - Adebunmi Adeola Akinbo
>> Founder, DNS Africa Media and Communications.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Fri, Oct 20, 2023, 9:15 AM Seun Ojedeji via AFRI-Discuss <
>> afri-discuss at atlarge-lists.icann.org> wrote:
>>
>>> Dear Members,
>>>
>>> I have just arrived Hamburg to hear the shocking sad news of the death
>>> of Olivier Kouami who died from a heart attack.
>>>
>>> Olivier is the current co-chair of the AFRALO newsletter team and an
>>> active leader within AFRALO community and internet governance community as
>>> a whole. Oliver was also very involved in the open source community
>>> (FOSSFA) which was where I first got to meet and work with him over 15years
>>> ago.
>>>
>>> My condolences to his family and the entire Africa internet community.
>>>
>>> Regards
>>> Chair AFRALO
>>> Sent from my mobile
>>> Kindly excuse brevity and typos
>>> Every word has consequences.
>>> Every silence does too!
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