Suriname's Former President Santokhi Passes Away

On March 30, Suriname's former president, Shondra Kaprasad Santoki, passed away suddenly

on Monday at age 67.

He led the South American nation from 2020 to 2025, before handing over to the current

leader.

Santoki chaired the Progressive Reform Party and earlier served as Justice Minister from

2005 to 2010, building a long track.

Record and public service.

Here our president, Jennifer Simon, shared the news on social media, noting his many

years in office would be remembered by the nation.

No cause of death has been released yet, leaving folks waiting for more details from officials.

As Suriname reflects on his legacy, the focus now shifts to how his party and the government

move forward in his absence.

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