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Former Porto Mayor Nuno Cardoso has died

Ex-mayor Nuno Cardoso passed away at the age of 64 at Santo António Hospital, where he had been hospitalized.

7 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Former Porto Mayor Nuno Cardoso has died — Photo: Rosa Pomar · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0

Nuno Cardoso, the former president of the Câmara Municipal do Porto, passed away this morning at Santo António Hospital in Porto at the age of 64. The ex-mayor had been hospitalized, with reports indicating that his death occurred following a prolonged illness.

Cardoso served as mayor from 1999 to 2001, during which he played an active role in local politics. Information about his political life and contributions to the city was widely shared on social media following his death.

The announcement of his passing was made by several sources, including RTP and Observador, which also highlighted Cardoso's political career as he was recognized as an important figure in the management of the city of Porto.

Archive photo: Former Porto Mayor Nuno Cardoso has died — Archive photoPhoto: Portuguese_eyes · Flickr · BY-SA

Additionally, SAPO 24 noted that Nuno Cardoso held the position of mayor until 2002, although his main prominence in the role was during the years he served from 1999 to 2001.

His death prompted reactions in the political sphere, where many colleagues and friends shared condolences and memories about the ex-mayor, noting his dedication to public service.

The news of Nuno Cardoso's passing was widely disseminated by various media outlets, reflecting the impact of his figure in the local community and the significance of his tenure in the memories of Porto citizens.

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