As part of the Spanish Language Day celebrations at the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON), held on April 22, 2025, the Embassy of the Argentine Republic paid tribute to His Holiness Pope Francis.

Ambassador Luis Levit shared moving words about the legacy of Francis, the first Ibero-American Pontiff, highlighting his message of humility and dialogue, and recalling his past as a Literature teacher.

Zainab Hawa Bangura, Director-General of UNON, referred to his commitment to service and compassion, stating that the day she met him in Nairobi would remain forever in her memory.