DAR ES SALAAM, Sept. 23 -- YOUNG Africans and Simba have joined the sporting fraternity in mourning the death of former Zanzibar First Lady Fatma Karume, who passed away on Monday.

Yanga remembered Mama Fatma for her longstanding contribution to the club, particularly her role in helping secure the land on which its headquarters at Jangwani, Dar es Salaam, stands.

Yanga president Hersi Said described her death as a major loss to the club, remembering her as a wise and dedicated figure who had a deep attachment to the Tanzanian giants.

“This is a massive loss for us. We have lost a great leader filled with wisdom and immense love for our club,” Hersi said.

He said the club would remember Mama Fatma for the many contribution...