Tanzanian President Samia's husband dies in hospital
Hafidh Ameir Hassan kept a low profile and was rarely seen in public with the president.
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"President Samia has lost a lifelong companion, her children a beloved father, and Tanzania a distinguished son."
— William Ruto , Politician
"May he [God] grant eternal rest to the soul of Hafidh Ameir Hassan."
— Évariste Ndayishimiye , Politician
Key People
Energy Minister nominated as the new vice-president of Tanzania.
Évariste Ndayishimiye is the president of Burundi.
Hafidh Ameir Hassan was the husband of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan.
Hakainde Hichilema is the current President of Zambia and was previously the opposition leader.
She is the President of Tanzania accused of suppressing opposition.
William Ruto is the President of Kenya.
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Hafidh Ameir Hassan kept a low profile and was rarely seen in public with the president.
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