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WHO mourns death of its head

WHO mourns death of its head

THE World Health Organisation Country Representative in Namibia, Dr Custodia Mandlhate, yesterday announced the death of Dr Jong-wook Lee, Director-General of the WHO.

Dr Lee had been in hospital in Geneva, Switzerland, since Saturday afternoon, where he underwent surgery to remove a blood clot on his brain. He remained in intensive care until 7:43am yesterday morning, when he was pronounced dead.”The sudden loss of our leader, colleague and friend, is devastating.His inspiring leadership enabled all of us to fulfil our role in improving public health, both globally and for the most affected people,” said Dr Mandlhate.Dr Lee was 61 years old.He is survived by his wife and son.A book of condolences has been opened in his memory.Members of the public can sign it at the office of the World Health Organisation on the fifth floor of the Sanlam Building in Windhoek today and tomorrow, from 10h00 to 12h00 and from 14h30 to 16h30.He remained in intensive care until 7:43am yesterday morning, when he was pronounced dead.”The sudden loss of our leader, colleague and friend, is devastating.His inspiring leadership enabled all of us to fulfil our role in improving public health, both globally and for the most affected people,” said Dr Mandlhate.Dr Lee was 61 years old.He is survived by his wife and son.A book of condolences has been opened in his memory.Members of the public can sign it at the office of the World Health Organisation on the fifth floor of the Sanlam Building in Windhoek today and tomorrow, from 10h00 to 12h00 and from 14h30 to 16h30.

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