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Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu's Husband Is Dead
Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi said Hassan died at 8 a.m. while receiving treatment for heart problems, as funeral plans began in Zanzibar.
- On Monday, September 7, 2026, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, died while receiving medical care in Zanzibar.
- Hafidh had been receiving treatment for a heart condition before passing away at 8:00 a.m. at Mlimani Mzena Memorial Hospital.
- Tanzania Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi announced the passing and expressed condolences to the President, the family, and all Tanzanians during this time of mourning.
- Burial arrangements are already underway in Kizimkazi, Zanzibar, to honor the Honorable Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the Vice President confirmed.
- As the United Republic enters this period of mourning, citizens reflect on the loss of the President's husband and first gentleman since 2021.
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The Hamilton SpectatorHusband of Tanzania's president dies while undergoing treatment
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania (AP) — The husband of Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan died Monday while undergoing treatment in a hospital in Zanzibar, the country’s vice president said.
·Winnipeg, Canada
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Samia’s husband Hafidh Ameir dies
Hafidh Ameir Hassan, husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, has died.
·Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, the United Republic of
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