Orowao Pandran, Canoé youth leader, dies from Covid-19 related complications

Orowao Pandran Canoé Oro Mon, of the Canoé indigenous people, died, after being infected with COVID-19 and suffering from kidney complications, in the city of Porto Velho, capital of Rondônia. Graduated in Environmental Management and studying for a Master’s degree in Literature, the young indigenous was considered a leader. Indigenous organizations, such as the Coordination of Indigenous Organizations of the Brazilian Amazon (COIAB), affirmed that Orowao’s death happened “due to negligence of the Brazilian State”.

“Pandran was a great example for the indigenous movement, especially for the youth. In his academic career, he has always been active in the student’s movement, supporting the organization and struggle of students, especially indigenous people,” said the entity in an official statement.