[afnog] [afren] Sad News: Passing of WACREN CEO, Dr. Boubakar Barry

[Hervey Allen]

My deepest condolences to his family and friends. I met Dr. Barry many 
years ago in Dakar and he was always so thoughtful, kind and elegant. 
His grace and humanity will be missed.

May he rest in peace.

On 9/18/24 7:44 AM, Omo Oaiya wrote:
> Dear Community,
> 
> It has been a while since I messaged this list, and it is with deep 
> sorrow that I share the news of the passing of Dr. Boubakar Barry, the 
> CEO of WACREN.
> 
> Boubakar was a pillar of leadership and vision, whose contributions to 
> our community and the broader African research and education network 
> have been immense. His absence will be deeply felt.
> 
> Please keep Dr. Barry, his family, and the WACREN team in your thoughts 
> and prayers during this difficult time.
> 
>> Begin forwarded message:
>>
>> *From: *Venant Palanga <vpalanga at gmail.com>
>> *Subject: **Reminder to God of Dr. Boubakar Barry*
>> *Date: *18 September 2024 at 14:18:22 WEST
>> *To: *WACREN Members <members at wacren.net>
>> *Cc: *WACREN Secretariat <secretariat at wacren.net>
>>
>> *Dear Members/Community/AfricaConnect partners,*
>> *
>> *
>> *With heavy grief, WACREN announces the passing of our Chief Executive 
>> Officer, Dr Boubakar Barry. *
>> *
>> *
>> *Dr. Barry was a visionary leader whose unwavering commitment and 
>> passion guided WACREN and our community to remarkable growth and 
>> success over 13 years. His leadership and dedication will be deeply 
>> missed. His achievements will continue to inspire us.*
>> *
>> *
>> *The Board, management and staff of WACREN are deeply saddened by this 
>> unfortunate news. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Dr. Barry's 
>> family and close associates during this difficult time. *
>> *
>> *
>> *Details regarding funeral arrangements will be shared in due course. *
>> *
>> *
>> *May his soul rest in peace.*
>>
>> /Dr Venant Eyouléki T. G. Palanga/
>> Chairman of the Board of Directors/Président du Conseil 
>> d'Administration WACREN
>> Lomé, TOGO
> 
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> *Omo OAIYA*
> Chief Strategy Officer/Directeur de la Stratégie | WACREN <http:// 
> www.wacren.net>
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