DAR ES SALAAM, May 11 -- PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has donated 30m/- to veteran Tanzanian hip hop artist Professor Jay to support his recovery and livelihood after battling prolonged health challenges.

The financial assistance was handed over on behalf of the President by Deputy Minister for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports Hamis Mwinjuma, who visited the artist at his home accompanied by Dar es Salaam City Mayor Nurdin Bilal.

During the visit, the delegation delivered a special message from President Samia, saying the government continues to value Professor Jays contribution to the growth of Tanzanias hip hop industry and his role in educating and inspiring society through music.

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