
Godias Kimati
Godias Kimati is the chairperson of a group of traders in Tanga City who recently suffered significant losses due to a fire that destroyed their shops. Following the disaster, he has been vocal about the need for support and has expressed optimism about the future, emphasizing the importance of resilience and the ability to rebuild despite the setbacks. On September 20, 2026, he received Sh12 million from Tanga Regional Commissioner Dr. Batilda Burian to assist the affected traders in restarting their businesses.
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Mr Kimati said the victims still possess the business experience needed to start afresh, while appealing to other stakeholders for continued support after their capital was wiped out.
Falling is normal, despair is the danger: Tanga fire victims vow recoveryThe Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·
Tanzania· 2026-09-20


