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Hafidh Ameir Hassan, husband of Tanzania's president, dies in hospital

The first gentleman died in Zanzibar on Monday while receiving care for a heart condition.

Updated Sep 7, 2026 · 11:48 UTC2 reports

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Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the husband of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, died Monday while undergoing medical care in a Zanzibar hospital.[BBC News · ABC News]
Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi confirmed the death, stating that Hassan had been receiving treatment for a heart condition.[BBC News · ABC News]
Regional leaders, including Kenyan President William Ruto and Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye, publicly extended condolences.[ABC News]

Hafidh Ameir Hassan died on Monday while receiving treatment at a hospital in Zanzibar.[BBC News · ABC News]
Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi announced the death and confirmed Hassan had been receiving treatment for a heart condition.[BBC News · ABC News]
President Samia Suluhu Hassan is in her second term following a 2025 election that was disputed after main opposition candidates were barred.[ABC News]
Regional counterparts including Kenyan President William Ruto and Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye issued condolences.[ABC News]

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