- Civil rights leader Rev Jesse Jackson passed away at 84, leaving a profound legacy of advocacy for equality that will not be forgotten for a long time
- Tributes for the fallen hero started pouring in as soon as people learnt that he was dead, and people from all walks of life, spread all over the world, mourned him bitterly
- Family confirmed Jackson died peacefully after a long battle with illness, though the cause of death remains undisclosed
Civil rights leader and founder of the Rainbow PUSH coalition Rev Jesse Louis Jackson, is sadly dead at 84, and the world has come together to mourn the man who was revered for his push for equal rights in America.
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Jackson died on Tuesday, February 17, leaving a legacy of civil rights advocacy, and his family praised him for his commitment to justice, equality, and speaking for the voiceless across the globe.
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Although Jackson battled a severe condition for more than 10 years, his family did not disclose the cause of death, but they were emphatic that he died peacefully.
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Jackson was a global icon who was loved all over the world, and as is expected, many people have come out to pay glowing tributes to the father of the civil rights fight.
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Why will there be another like Jesse Jackson?
Nisa Neely said: “The definition of doing the most. The voice, words, beliefs, conviction, actions and passion. The persistence, grace, love and hope! There will never be another like you, our brother, Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr but your legacy lives in all of us who know we are somebody.
“Thank you for all you’ve done. You showed us God’s love, in human form, and there’s no greater gift. I have a feeling you will still be working from your new heavenly post, but please take some time to rest in loving peace. Job, well done. 10/10. No notes,” she added.
How did netizens react to the politician’s death?
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Deborah Dancy:
“Pastor Rush Memorial AME Zion Church 82 School Street/Cambridge, MA USA 02 139 A great man walked amongst us for a brief moment in time My condolences to the Jackson Family and Community-At-Large Rest in Paradise Bright Star Job well done.”
Yolande Daply Ossey:
“A true leader who left an indelible mark on the world, we will always remember his fight for equality and justice.”
Olatunbosun Ogungbemi:
“Rest in peace a great man, we would surely miss you. Kabuye Boston Ekiba Kibe Ne Kiba Kibewo Radio ·Rest in power our beloved brother until we meet again peace and love psalms 23:4.”
Shay Charlesworth:
“Keep hope alive.”
Jesse Hunter:
“May you rest in peace Reverend. A humble but absolute legend of a civil rights leader.”
Golden E. Thornhill Thomas:
“Rev Jesse Jackson was a Great leader for the people. Thank you for caring so much for Black and disadvantage people that you dedicated your entire life to helping others my God bless your soul.”
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Anthony Rozelle:
“Rest in Heaven. Thank you Reverend Jackson.”
Glenford W Gordon:
“My sympathy and condolences to his family may his soul RIP.”
Last of Mau Mau generals dies at 106
In early 2026, Kenya sadly lost the last of the Mau Mau general, Kiambati wa Njora, and the family confirmed the cause of his death on Tuesday, February 3.
In Kenya, Njora was recognised for his contribution to the country’s independence during the colonial period.
Governor Mutahi Kahiga led a lot of Kenyans in celebrating the life of the old man despite the government’s alleged failure to recognise his contributions.
Source: NgGossips
