Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:13am on 01 Apr 2026,Wednesday International
Stephen Lewis, a prominent Canadian politician, diplomat, and global human rights advocate, has died at the age of 88 following a prolonged battle with cancer. He was widely known for his leadership of Ontario’s New Democratic Party and later as Canada’s ambassador to the United Nations. Lewis gained international recognition for his passionate advocacy against HIV/AIDS in Africa and his criticism of global inequality. He also co-founded the Stephen Lewis Foundation to support affected communities. Canadian leaders praised his compassionate leadership and enduring commitment to social justice. (PC: AP)
