NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 8 – President William Ruto has sent a message of condolence to Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan following the death of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan.

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Mining and Blue Economy Cabinet Secretary Ali Hassan Joho delivered Ruto’s message to President Samia during a visit to Tanzania, where Hafidh was buried in Kizimkazi, South Unguja, on Monday.

Joho was accompanied by Kapsaret MP Oscar Sudi as they represented the Kenyan government and people at the funeral.

“I had the solemn opportunity to deliver President William Ruto’s message of condolence and encouragement to Suluhu Samia, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, following the passing of her beloved husband, Mzee Hafidh Ameir Hassan,” Joho said.

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Joho said he assured President Samia and her family that Kenyans were standing with them during the difficult period.

“Accompanied by Oscar Sudi, I assured President Samia and her family of our thoughts and prayers as they navigate this painful period,” he said.

Hafidh was buried in his home area of Kizimkazi hours after his death, bringing together senior political and religious leaders from Tanzania and beyond.

The funeral prayer was led by Zanzibar Grand Mufti Sheikh Saleh Omar Kaabi.

Among those who attended were Zanzibar President Hussein Ali Mwinyi, Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi and Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba.

Former Tanzanian President Jakaya Kikwete and former Zanzibar presidents Amani Abeid Karume and Ali Mohammed Shein were also present.

📰 Source: Capital FM Kenya