Archbishop Makgoba describes Pope Francis as the last globally recognised moral voice

CAPE TOWN - Anglican Archbishop Thabo Makgoba has described Pope Francis as the last globally recognised moral voice.

The archbishop's comments come after the Vatican confirmed the passing of the head of the Catholic Church.

The 88-year-old Pontiff died at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta on Sunday.

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Pope Francis has been in and out of the hospital recently, struggling with ill health.

Archbishop Makgoba said the Pope's death feels almost like a personal loss, and shared some fond memories of interacting with him.

"I will always remember the many special moments he spent with us as Anglican bishops and prelates. Our last meeting with him was particularly special, when he got out of his wheelchair and insisted on walking over to us, then sat down with those of us appointed to greet and engage with him. It was an indescribable experience," said Makgoba.