Benjamin Mkapa who ruled the East African country, Tanzania, for 10 years has died.

The news was announced on Friday morning by President John Pombe Magufuli and he later announced a  7 day national mourning period where all flags in the country will be flown at half-mast.

“I call on all Tanzanians to receive the news of his death and to pray for Mzee Mkapa. More information will be released but Mzee Mkapa is no more,” he said in a brief television statement.

“I will remember him for his great love for the nation, his piety, hard work and performance in building the economy,” Magfuli said.

“Magufuli asks all Tanzanians to remain calm, patient and united during this difficult time,” a statement from office of the President said.

It is still unclear what caused his death but the President said that details will be given later.

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Papa Shirandula’s Death has come as a shock to many.

He was an actor with a lengthy career of roles in film, television, and advertisements, and was only 58 years of age.

His brother, Ronald Wanyama confirmed to the news that he had been rushed to the Karen Hospital due to having difficulties in breathing.

It is said that he tested positive for COVID-19, and also went into isolation, but his illness was exacerbated by diabetes, confirmed from his family and colleagues.

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Papa Shirandula was the lead actor in a popular comedy show ‘Papa Shirandula that airs on Citizen Tv and had won multiple awards including ‘ ‘Best Actor in a TV Series’ in 2010.

Papa Shirandula is survived by his wife, Ebbie Andega, and three children; Wendy, Charlie and Tony.

His real name was Charles Bukeko.

Ken Walibora death:

Ken Walibora, the Veteran Swahili author, died after a tragic accident on Landhies Lane, Nairobi, on Friday, 10 April.

The sources suggest he died in a gruesome crash. The family has not officially clarified whether or not such allegations are true though Citizen TV confirmed that after being knocked down Walibora’s body was found at the mortuary in Kenyatta National Hospital.

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In a career spanning decades, she wrote best sellers such Siku Njema and Kidagaa Kimemwozea.

His other books were:

-Narrating Prison Experience: Human Rights, Self, Society, and Political Incarceration in Africa

-Innocence Long Lost