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Joho, Sudi deliver Ruto’s message to Samia after husband’s death

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. Mining…

Nairobi, Kenya – President William Ruto has conveyed his condolences to Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan following the death of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, on September 7. Mining and Blue Economy Cabinet Secretary Ali Hassan Joho conveyed Ruto's words of comfort to President Samia during his visit to Tanzania, where the funeral took place on Monday.

Joho was joined by Kapsaret MP Oscar Sudi in representing the Kenyan government and people at the burial. Upon delivering Ruto's message, Joho assured President Samia and her family that Kenyans stood with them during their time of sorrow. The funeral of Hafidh, who died after receiving treatment for a heart condition, was attended by senior political figures, religious leaders, and heads of state from Tanzania and beyond.

Ruto expressed deep sorrow in his condolence message, describing Hafidh as a distinguished Tanzanian and acknowledging the loss not only to the President but also to his children and the nation of Tanzania.

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