Husband of Tanzania’s President Dies While Undergoing Treatment
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. He was Tanzania's First Gentleman.
- Hafidh had been receiving treatment for a heart condition before passing away at 8:00 a.m. at Mlimani Mzena Memorial Hospital in Zanzibar.
- Tanzania Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi announced the passing and expressed condolences to President Samia, her family, and all Tanzanians during this period of mourning.
- Burial arrangements are already underway in Kizimkazi, Unguja South Region, Zanzibar, to honor the Honorable Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the Vice President confirmed.
- As the United Republic enters this period of national mourning, condolence messages from across the East African Community have begun pouring into State House Dar es Salaam to support President Samia and her family.
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