Tanzania, March 25 -- Dodoma. Speaking on the passing of Minister William Lukuvi, his brother-in-law, Titus Kalinga, described the late politician as a strong pillar, saying that with his death, it feels as though a baobab tree has fallen.

"This was my brother-in-law. I married his sister, and he in turn married my cousin. So we have always been close, and our families shared a very close relationship," Kalinga said.

Mr Kalinga revealed that Lukuvi leaves behind three children - two sons and a daughter - but added that he could not comment further as the mourning period is currently under government protocol.

Minister for Agriculture, Daniel Chongolo, described Lukuvi's wisdom, prudence and composure as qualities that enabled him to be...