President, Dr. Samia
It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of His Highness Prince Karim Al-Husseini[88], His Highness the Aga Khan IV, the spiritual leader of Ismaili Muslims worldwide and founder of the Aga Khan Development Network, who passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025 in Lisbon.
On behalf of the Government and People of the United Republic of Tanzania, I would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to His Highness’ family, the Aga Khan Development Network and the Ismaili Muslim Community.
We join you in mourning the loss of a great leader and visionary, whose work has touched and transformed the lives of millions of people around the world.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
President, Dr. Hussein Mwinyi
The President of Zanzibar and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council, Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi has offered his condolences to the Ismaili Community on the passing of the Successor of the 49th Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims.
President Mwinyi paid tribute to His Holiness’ visionary leadership and dedication to all human life, education, health and international development through the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN).
On behalf of the Government and people of Zanzibar, he offered his condolences to the family of Allah, the Ismaili community and all those affected by his legacy.
“As we mourn this great loss, we also celebrate a leader whose legacy will inspire generations”, said President Mwinyi.
The Government of Zanzibar stands in solidarity with the Ismaili community and the AKDN during this difficult time. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
Inna lillahi wa inna lilayhi raji’un
