Condolence Message

Issued by Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF)

25th March 2021, Nairobi, Kenya.

Press Release

The Director and the EASF fraternity express their deepest condolences on the passing on of John Magufuli, President of the United Republic of Tanzania.

The EASF joins the rest of the world in remembering President Magufuli for his valuable contributions towards the development of his beloved country and the region. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Tanzania and may God grant them courage during this sad moment.

The continent and the world are mourning the loss of a visionary leader, one of Africa's ardent sons who fought and served his people with pride, patriotism and dignity.

President John Pombe Joseph Magufuli was born on 29 October 1959 and he served as the fifth president of the United Republic of Tanzania from 2015 until his death.