Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu with her husband /HANDOUT

Hafidh Ameir Hassan, Tanzanian Samia Suluhu's husband has died.

The announcement was made today by vice president Deogratius Ndjembi.

He said Hassan died today at 8 am while receiving treatment for heart complications.

“We are saddened to announce the death of  Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan. H died today at 8 am in Zanzibar where he was receiving treatment for heart problems,” Ndejembi announced.

The vice president said funeral plans are ongoing in Zanzibar.

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