Al Jazeera English published this video item, entitled “Tanzanian President John Magufuli dies at 61” – below is their description.
Tanzanian President John Magufuli has died, aged 61, after what the government said was a battle with heart disease.
Magufuli who was a COVID-19 sceptic, passed away amid rumours that he succumbed to coronavirus-linked complications.
The government has denied these claims.
Vice President Samia Suluhu Hassan will likely succeed him until the next election in 2025.
Al Jazeera’s Andrew Chappelle reports.
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Al Jazeera English YouTube Channel
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