Tanzania is mourning the death of Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who died on Monday morning while receiving treatment in Zanzibar.
Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi announced Hafidh’s death, saying he passed away at about 8am at Mlimani Mzena Memorial Hospital.
“It is with great sadness that I inform you of the passing of Honorable Hafidh Ameir Hassan, husband to the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Her Excellency Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan,” Ndejembi said.
The Vice President said Hafidh had been undergoing treatment for a heart condition before his death.
“I offer my deepest condolences to Her Excellency the President, the family, relatives, friends, and all Tanzanians during this time of mourning,” Ndejembi said.
Burial arrangements are already underway in Kizimkazi, Zanzibar, according to Ndejembi.
Hafidh’s death has plunged Tanzania into mourning, with condolences expected from leaders, citizens and well-wishers across the country and the wider East African region.
