The Aga Khan IV, Leader of the Ismaili Muslims, Dies at 88
At the age of 20, he inherited the reins of a Shia Muslim lineage and used his entrepreneurship to become one of the world’s wealthiest hereditary rulers.
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Billionaire and spiritual leader the Aga Khan dies
The philanthropist and spiritual leader died "peacefully" at the age of 88 in Lisbon, Portugal.BBC News - 52m -
The Aga Khan IV, Wealthy Leader of the Ismaili Muslims, Dies at 88
At the age of 20, Prince Karim Al-Hussaini inherited the reins of a Shia Muslim lineage and used his entrepreneurship to become one of the world’s richest hereditary rulers.The New York Times - 1h -
The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the world's Ismaili Muslims, dies at 88
Considered by his followers to be a direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad, the Aga Khan was a business magnate and philanthropist.CBS News - 2h -
The Aga Khan, philanthropist and spiritual leader, dies aged 88
Considered a direct descendant of the prophet Muhammad, the Aga Khan spent billions on homes, hospitals and schools in developing countries. The Aga Khan, who became the spiritual leader of the ...The Guardian - 2h
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