Obituary Articles

Member Mkapa, a resourceful political reformer, dies in Dar es Salaam

Benjamin Mkapa, the former President of Tanzania and a Member of Club de Madrid died aged 81 in Dar es Salaam. Members of Club de Madrid and the Secretariat alike mourn the loss of an effective political reformer and an avid contributor to many activities in our...

Club de Madrid mourns the loss of Abdurrahim El-Keib, former Prime Minister of Libya

A paramount figure of Libya’s transition and Club de Madrid Member, Abdurrahim El-Keib recently passed away in the United States. Club de Madrid mourns his loss and sends condolences to his friends and family.

Club de Madrid mourns the loss of Javier Pérez de Cuellar

Javier Pérez de Cuéllar, Member of Club de Madrid (CdM), former President of Peru's Council of Ministers (2000-2001) and a former Secretary-General of the United Nations (1981-1990) has passed away at age 100. CdM Members and the Secretariat mourn his loss.  Pérez de...

Statement from President Clinton on the Passing of Former Prime Minister of the Netherlands Wim Kok

Due to his modest manner and respectful way of dealing with people, Wim Kok’s legacy is easy to underestimate in today’s rough, conflict-ridden world.

Member Mkapa, a resourceful political reformer, dies in Dar es Salaam

Member Mkapa, a resourceful political reformer, dies in Dar es Salaam

Benjamin Mkapa, the former President of Tanzania and a Member of Club de Madrid died aged 81 in Dar es Salaam. Members of Club de Madrid and the Secretariat alike mourn the loss of an effective political reformer and an avid contributor to many activities in our organization. He will be sorely...

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