Stephen Lewis Dies at 88
Stephen Lewis, former Ontario NDP leader, dies at 88. He spent his life fighting for HIV/AIDS victims in Africa.
Ibrahim Hassan
East Africa Bureau Chief
Introduction to Stephen Lewis
Stephen Lewis, the former leader of the Ontario NDP, has died at the age of 88. He passed away in Toronto on Tuesday after a battle with cancer.
His Fight Against HIV/AIDS
Mr. Lewis spent the latter part of his life campaigning for HIV/AIDS victims in Africa. He worked with the United Nations and through his own foundation to fight the epidemic.
Legacy
Mr. Lewis's son, Avi, was recently in the news, just days before his father's passing. The family is mourning the loss of a great humanitarian who dedicated his life to helping those in need.
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