World’s ‘poorest president’ Jose Mujica dies at 89

Montevideo: Former Uruguayan President Jose “Pepe” Mujica, who was an icon and known as the “world’s poorest President” died at the age of 89 in Montevideo, President Yamandu Orsi confirmed. Mujica announced in January that his esophageal cancer, first diagnosed in April 2024, had spread to his liver. He said he would not pursue further treatment. “With deep sorrow we announce the passing of our comrade Pepe Mujica – President, activist, leader, and guid