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Tanzania’s First Gentleman, Hafidh Ameir, Dies

Hafidh Ameir Hassan, Tanzania's First Gentleman
Hafidh Ameir Hassan, Tanzania's First Gentleman
Hafidh Ameir Hassan, Tanzania’s First Gentleman and husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan.

Tanzania’s First Gentleman, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, has died.

Mr Ameir died on Monday, September 7, 2026, while receiving treatment in Zanzibar. His death was announced by Tanzania’s Vice President, Deogratius Ndejembi.

Messages of condolence have begun pouring in from across Tanzania following the death of the First Gentleman.

Our heartfelt condolences go to President Samia Suluhu Hassan, her children, the entire Ameir and Suluhu families, and the people of Tanzania during this difficult time.

May his soul rest in eternal peace.

TE
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